Jr. PV Design Engineer Commercial
Job Description
Design and support commercial solar PV projects from site data through engineered deliverables.
- Design commercial Solar Photovoltaic energy systems, including energy production estimates
- Create physical layouts for PV installations
- Produce permit and construction plan sets
- Support DAS integration as part of the system design
- Develop and assist with performance testing documentation
- Apply quality assurance practices throughout design deliverables
- Build technical depth in PV system components: modules, racking, inverters, batteries, and Balance of Systems (BOS)
- Coordinate design considerations across electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering disciplines
- Conduct site data collection for solar host site evaluation
- Perform drone-based site measurement (training will be provided)
- Maintain compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes
- Complete additional duties as assigned or directed
Requirements
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Associate degree in a technical field
- Efficient time management: handle multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision, prioritize and plan to meet all deadlines
- Strong knowledge of construction codes and standards
- Proficiency in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to carry and properly set a 28’ extension ladder
- Ability to climb ladders and walk on flat rooftops
- Attention to detail and strong organization
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to sit for long periods in front of a computer
- Ability to spend hours walking and climbing ladders
- Previous experience in a construction trade, preferably Electrical
Tools & Technologies
- MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- AutoCAD, Civil 3D
- Helioscope, Aurora Solar, HELIOSCOPE
- Salesforce, ACAD-LT
Preferred (Not Required)
- NABCEP certification
- Aurora solar design software experience
Compensation: USD 55,000 - 75,000 per year
Location: Ronkonkoma, NY (onsite)
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