Design Engineer – Solar PV

We are seeking a skilled and Detail-Oriented Design Engineer with expertise in US Utility Scale Solar Projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for interpreting Project inputs, evaluating Engineering feasibility and developing 10% to 30% stage Development Engineering Design Packages and 10% to IFC stage Detailed Engineering Design Packages like SFLP, SLDs etc. This role involves working closely under the supervision of senior engineers to ensure accurate and efficient design processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize AutoCAD and PVcase to create Development/Detailed designs and drawings.
• Knowledge with assigning Coordinate system using MAP3d and Export KMZ files using CAD Earth software.
• Read and understand Project inputs for Dev/Det Engineering.
• Estimate Cable Sizing and losses calculation.
• Prepare Development engineering drawings that are sent out for Developers.
• Prepare Detailed engineering drawings that are sent out for Construction.
• Prepare development engineering drawings that are sent out for Developers.
• Possess basic knowledge about PV Engineering BoQ and their applications in design.
• Possess basic knowledge with Ashrae Data, NSRDB and ASCE websites.
• Possess basic knowledge in Stand-alone and DC/AC Coupled BESS projects designing. 
• Deep Knowledge on various System losses and shading scene creation in PVsyst.

Good to have:

• Knowledge with Transect Software for obtaining Constraints in a Project Site.
• Perform initial design sets using plant Predict.
• Evaluation of String Sizing analysis in SAM.
• Knowledge in Grounding Studies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Design Engineer or similar role for US based Utility scale Solar Projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVcase, PVsyst, SAM, Winigs, Ampcalc, Cymcap.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of GLNTS, drawing symbols, Solar BOQ and Electrical SLDs.
• Excellent ability to read and interpret US ALTA Survey files, Hydrology and Topography inputs and client drawings.
• Experience with NEC codes and standards.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.