Pv Design Engineer - US Solar

Energyscape Renewables; Ernakulam, Dadri, Mumbai; On-site; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Energyscape Renewables is seeking a PV Designer US Solar to join our team and deliver residential and commercial solar designs for US projects. You will prepare layouts, permit-ready plan sets, and electrical drawings using AutoCAD and related software.

You will review site surveys, perform system sizing calculations, ensure NEC/AHJ compliance, and collaborate with engineers to meet tight deadlines while maintaining high quality.

Qualifications

• B.Tech/B.E./Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or related engineering.
• Experience: 1+ year in US residential/commercial solar design.
• Strong AutoCAD skills and knowledge of NEC, AHJ and US permitting.
• Familiarity with PV equipment components and BOM generation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare PV layouts and permit-ready design/plan sets for US projects.
• Develop roof/module layouts, equipment layouts and electrical drawings.
• Create SLD/Three-Line Diagrams and electrical details.
• Review site surveys, roof measurements and electrical data.
• Perform system sizing and basic electrical calculations.
• Ensure designs comply with NEC/AHJ/utility and fire-code requirements.
• Manage project workflow and meet daily/weekly deliverables.
• Mentor team members and maintain design quality.

Skills

US Solar Design

AutoCAD

NEC/Permitting

PV Layouts

BOM calculations

PV equipment knowledge

Education

B.Tech/B.E./Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil

Tools

Aurora Solar

HelioScope

OpenSolar

PVsyst

Job description

PV Designer US Solar | Residential & Commercial

We are hiring PV Designers with hands‑on experience in US Residential and/or Commercial Solar PV Design.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare PV layouts and permit‑ready design/plan sets for US solar projects.
• Develop roof/module layouts, equipment layouts and electrical drawings.
• Prepare SLD/Three-Line Diagrams and electrical details.
• Review site surveys, roof measurements and electrical information.
• Perform system sizing, string sizing and basic electrical calculations.
• Ensure designs comply with NEC, AHJ, utility and fire‑code requirements.
• Handle design revisions based on QC, client, AHJ and utility comments.
• Complete projects accurately within defined TAT and quality standards.
• Complete Design for Roof Mount/Ground Mount/Battery, etc. residential solar projects, while maintaining an 85% quality standard.
• Ensure 100% efficiency in project design and execution.
• Review and/or develop site assessment data, including shading, structural, and electrical analysis, to inform final system designs.
• Create, review, and modify drawing sets using AutoCAD and custom software tools.
• Conduct engineering calculations and generate Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Research, document, and adhere to local and national code requirements in project jurisdictions.
• Possess in‑depth knowledge of all photovoltaic (PV) equipment components and provide technical support as needed.
• Manage project workflow, meeting daily and weekly deliverables as outlined by the direct supervisor.
• Maintain prompt responsiveness to emails and phone calls, efficiently multitasking under tight deadlines.
• Mentor team members and facilitate knowledge transfer within the department.
• Maintain an error sheet to track and address any design discrepancies.
• Complete mandatory courses related to industry standards and products (e.g., Iron Ridge, Unirac).

Continuously update design standards and templates to reflect industry best practices

Required Skills

• Hands‑on experience in US Residential/Commercial Solar Design.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of NEC, AHJ and US solar permitting requirements.
• Experience with PV layouts, permit plan sets and electrical drawings.
• Understanding of modules, inverters, microinverters, optimizers and other PV equipment.
• Experience with Aurora Solar, HelioScope, OpenSolar, PVsyst or similar tools is an advantage.

Qualification

B.Tech/B.E./Diploma Electrical, Mechanical, Civil or relevant Engineering discipline.

Experience: 1+ Years
Industry: Solar / Renewable Energy
Role: PV Designer US Solar

Preferred: Candidates with direct experience working on US Residential or Commercial Solar projects and strong AutoCAD skills.