Description

Solar Impact is looking for a Solar Designer. In this role, you will use an initial solar PV system concept and site data to produce detailed, code-compliant, and construction-ready design packages and Bill of Materials for residential and commercial project permitting and installation. Larger commercial project design may be limited to the preparation of a Front-end Engineering and Design (FEED) package for further external detailed design.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting and detailed design for residential and commercial project pipeline
• Collaborate with Project Manager to complete project intake documentation at handoff
• Verify initial system layout and equipment location specified by salesperson
• Solicit additional design data that may be required
• Complete system designs for PV projects including site layout plans, mechanical racking and attachment plans, single-line electrical, communication and control system diagrams, BOS and equipment specifications, interconnection details, and compliance labeling
• Interface and provide streamlined project information and detailed BOM to procurement and project management
• Provide operations, service, and sales departments with project engineering support as needed
• Understand the optimal design applications and limitations of our standard products, and participate in the evaluation of alternate products
• Provide design package for approval and sealing by Engineer-Of-Record
• Provide approved and sealed design package to Project Co-Ordinator for permit submission

Qualifications

Required:
• Proficiency with computers as well as Microsoft Office suite and CAD platforms
• Must have a high attention to detail and accuracy
• Must be comfortable occasionally working on roofs
• Minimum of 2 years construction/design/service experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Well-versed in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Knowledge of photovoltaic systems, NEC requirements, construction practices
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Valid driver's license

Preferred:
• BS Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering
• NABCEP PVDP Certification
• At least 1 year of design or engineering experience related to renewable energy
• Additional experience with estimating or designing electrical systems