DESCRIPTION
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The PV System Designer is responsible for learning and refining their process of designing code-compliant residential solar photovoltaic systems following engineering department policy. Developing an understanding of structural and electrical engineering concepts and calculations is a necessity for this position. This position is focused on developing individuals to become qualified PV Designers. This is a fast paced yet detail oriented position.
Your primary function as a PV System Designer will be to analyze how a customer uses energy in their home and then accurately design a PV system that maximizes their savings with solar.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
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Create, review and modify drawing sets in AutoCAD and custom software tools.
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Complete electrical and structural designs for photovoltaic projects.
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Research, document and comply with local and national code requirements in project jurisdictions.
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Coordinate with Site Assessors, Project Management, and Sales teams to complete designs meeting the customers’ expectations with strict deadlines
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Create project bills of material
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Assist in documenting and developing industry best practices, standards and guidelines;
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Delegate project completion tasks to other engineering team members;
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Utilize software systems to record progress of various tasks;
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Demonstrate ethics and professionalism at all times.
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Bachelor’s degree in an engineering related field required
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OR Bachelor’s degree in non-engineering field and 1 year of solar industry experience required
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OR Associate’s degree in design related field and 1 year of solar design (or 2 years of solar industry) experience required
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OR NABCEP (PV Installation Professional) certification and 2 years of solar industry experience required
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Basic knowledge of the National Electric Code preferred
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Basic knowledge of residential construction techniques is a plus
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Proficiency in AutoCAD preferred
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Critical thinking and ability to solve problems
Employees may be required to submit to a criminal history check and provide local and/or state licensing according to state requirements.
Empower Energy, an equal opportunity employer, does not consider any protected traits (e.g. race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, non-job-related disability, age, or any other protected trait) when hiring under federal, state and local laws. Empower Energy is a proud promoter of employment opportunities to our Military and Veterans.
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