Solar Design Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity to work on interesting and cutting edge projects in solar energy and energy storage. This is a full time salaried position that is fully remote from your home office or a coworking space near you. Accepting applications from candidates anywhere in the US, with a preference for those located in California or Arizona. Working hours: 9-5 PT, M-F

We are seeking candidates with limited experience but with an exceptional capacity to learn and grow with our team.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare solar and other renewable energy project plan sets in collaboration with the project team and your mentor.
• Develop early stage site plans and electrical single line diagrams
• Perform energy production modeling in Helioscope or PVSyst (possible)
• Manage individual projects, plan work and communicate with clients as needed to complete projects

Required Technical Skills

• Some experience drafting using AutoCAD
• Excellent mathematical skills
• Adept with excel spreadsheets, google sheets, and calculation software
• Familiarity with NEC, building code, and standard permitting practices.
• 1 year experience designing solar projects or formal training and education in solar and energy storage engineering.

Required Soft Skills

• Superb attention to detail, excellent organizational & planning skills
• Quick to learn, Problem-solving, analytical skills & critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to write clear, concise, and actionable emails and meeting notes
• Fun, like-able, easy going personality
• Ideal candidate will actively seek feedback for the sake of continuous improvement

Experience and education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science required.
• Bachelors in electrical engineering with a focus on Power systems design preferred OR
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineer and experience with civil sit plan drafting
• Coursework completed in renewable energy system design and engineering, OR
• 1 to 2 years of PV system design and engineering experience

Compensation and benefits

• Fully remote position - work from your home office!
• Compensation commensurate with experience and location
• Benefits include: 401K with employer match, Health, Vision, Dental and Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible time off / PTO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 1 year (Required)
• AutoCAD: 1 year (Required)
• Solar design or education: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Remote