Design Engineer

Inman Solar LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Inman Solar is seeking a motivated Design Engineer to join the team, contributing across solar project design from concept to completion. You will create design drawings and coordinate between design, procurement and construction under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

The role emphasizes electrical and physical PV system considerations, strong project management, and clear communication to deliver high-quality, on-budget projects.

Qualifications

• Educational background or industry experience in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience.
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience preferred; CAD experience required.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Interest in sustainability and solar energy.
• High level of attention to detail, time management, and organization.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of external engineers and technicians to ensure the successful execution of solar project designs.
• Integral contributor to the design of PV systems producing construction quality drawings (physical layout, electrical design, installation details, etc.)
• Specify equipment and materials selection and lead procurement
• Coordinate with installers to ensure correct and efficient installation
• Travel to site to engage with constructors and support installation – expect roughly 10% travel
• Perform PV Production modeling and performance testing
• Stay up to date with code requirements and industry standards
• Review environmental studies (e.g. geotechnical reports, wetlands & wildlife studies) and translate site-specific requirements to design.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Excel

Communication skills

Solar energy

Project coordination

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Civil)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Inman Solar is a full-service solar company specializing in utility-scale and community solar. As adeveloper and EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) contractor, we design and build solarfarms as turn-key delivery. Founded in 2009, Inman Solar has established itself as the top contractorserving the eastern US. We are a team of highly skilled engineers and professionals passionate about thework and the impact we make. We value smart, proactive and results-driven people and are looking togrow our team to meet the continuously increasing demand for solar power.

At Inman Solar every employee has a direct impact on the projects under design and construction.The project team works tightly with seamless coordination between the different disciplines,providing the candidates with an exceptional view to the fast-growing solar industry.

Description:

Inman Solar is seeking a motivated engineer for the position of Design Engineer. Working as an integralpart of a knowledgeable and experienced team, the candidate will be involved in all aspects of solarproject design and engineering and will see projects from conceptual design to final completion. Thecandidate will be responsible for creating design drawings and coordinating between design,procurement and construction. The role will require a strong understanding of the electrical andphysical considerations of PV systems. A high level of project management and communication skills willbe valuable to ensure a quality project is delivered on time and on budget.

The Design Engineer will work under direct supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Qualifications:

• Educational background or industry experience in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering
• 2+ years of relevant work experience
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience preferred; CAD experience required
• Microsoft Excel proficiency
• Interest in sustainability and solar energy
• High level of attention to detail, time management, and organization
• Good communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Manage a team of external engineers and technicians to ensure the successful execution of solar project designs.
• Integral contributor to the design of PV systems producing construction quality drawings (physical layout, electrical design, installation details, etc.)
• Specify equipment and materials selection and lead procurement
• Coordinate with installers to ensure correct and efficient installation
• Travel to site to engage with constructors and support installation – expect roughly 10% travel
• Perform PV Production modeling and performance testing
• Stay up to date with code requirements and industry standards
• Review environmental studies (e.g. geotechnical reports, wetlands & wildlife studies) and translate site-specific requirements to design.