Application Engineer

Motive Energy; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Motive Energy seeks an Application Engineer to join their renewable energy team, focusing on Solar PV, Energy Storage Systems, and EV Charging. The role involves collaborating across various teams, leading project proposals, and optimizing system designs to enhance performance and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in construction, engineering, or related technical industry.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to navigate multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with sales and technical teams to develop solutions.
• Support project development ensuring accuracy in designs.
• Lead proposal processes including schematics and pricing.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

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We're seeking a sharp and resourceful Application Engineer to join our growing team in the renewable energy space. If you're passionate about Solar PV, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), and EV Charging—and you're driven to solve complex technical challenges—this is your chance to make a real impact.

This role is an excellent stepping stone for someone looking to build a long-term career in renewable energy. Whether you come from an engineering, construction, or technical background, you'll gain hands-on experience across the entire project lifecycle while learning the business side of clean energy.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, technical, and commercial teams to develop smart, cost-effective solutions.
• Support project development by ensuring designs are accurate and aligned with timelines and pricing.
• Provide technical input on layouts, schematics, and system optimization to reduce costs and improve performance.
• Lead the proposal process for RFPs, including drawings, technical specs, pricing, and timelines.
• Craft clear, customized proposal content tailored to each project.
• Integrate incentives and rebate opportunities (SRECs, tax credits, SGIP, etc.) into proposals.
• Anticipate and resolve technical or scheduling concerns before they become roadblocks.
• Lead meetings with internal teams and subcontractors to align on project complexity and goals.

What You Bring:

• 1+ year of experience in construction, engineering, or a related technical industry.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to navigate multiple stakeholders.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy and Construction

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