Job Opening- Solar Engineer
Solar Design Engineer
SolarFlair Energy, Inc. is a fast growing solar energy company based in Framingham, MA and we have an opening for a full-time Solar Design Engineer to join our team. SolarFlair is a turn-key solar integrator for solar electric (PV) projects for commercial and residential customers. In this role, you will coordinate directly with clients, internal staff, and external consultants to create design documents and construction plans for Solar PV installations ranging from residential to utility scale. We are looking for an applicant that can learn quickly, digest technical information and communicate well with customers.
The ideal candidate has the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Develop designs of residential, commercial, and utility scale solar systems including but not limited to
electrical and mechanical aspects of the projects. Designs should include consideration to module
placement, conduit routing, electrical equipment placement, etc.
- Conduct site visits to plan the locations of equipment and interconnection to the site’s existing electrical
system
- Produce construction documents, installation manuals, etc. to direct construction teams during
installations.
- Serve as technical support for questions and problems during installation.
- Support permitting efforts with utilities and building departments.
- Provide commissioning, testing and inspections of installations to ensure conformance to design, quality
and proper operation.
- Interface with vendors and provide technical assessment of new products.
- Prepare grant and rebate applications
Desired Qualifications:
- Self-motivated and committed to excellence with superior time management skills
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering
- Minimum of 2 years experience in commercial/residential design and installations
- Basic knowledge of all applicable building and electrical codes
- Proven AutoCAD and other graphical skills
- Technology savvy with advanced computer skills. A demonstrated ability with MS Office, MS Windows is
required.
- Keen analytic, organization, and problem solving skills
How can you stand-out?
- Prior PV design experience
- NABCEP certification
- Field experience in installation, start up, and commissioning of PV systems
- Experience coordinating with utilities such as NSTAR and National Grid
How can you apply?
Send an email with a paragraph explaining why you would make an excellent fit for this position to careers@solarflair.com. Attach your resume, along with two work references. Interviews will be scheduled for qualified applicants.
See www.solarflair.comfor more information.
