Design Engineer

Airswift; Carmel (IN); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment firm is seeking a Design Engineer for a remote position focused on utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system projects. The role includes developing electrical design packages, performing energy simulations, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess at least 2 years of relevant experience, particularly with PVsyst and AutoCAD. This is an initial 1-year contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience with large utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and renewable energy systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or equivalent CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of electrical design for renewable energy systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and docs.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design packages for utility-scale solar PV and BESS systems.
• Produce and update single-line diagrams and layout drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform PV system modeling and energy simulations using PVsyst.
• Support design optimization, layout configuration, and system performance analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams for project integration.
• Assist with equipment selection and preparation of technical specifications.
• Provide engineering support through full project lifecycle from feasibility to construction.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and project requirements.

Skills

PVsyst

AutoCAD

Electrical design principles

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Job description

Airswift is seeking a Design Engineer to support the power industry in an initial 1-year contract, with possibility to extend. This is a remote position in a 5/40 schedule. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design, analysis, and implementation of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design packages for utility-scale solar PV and BESS systems.
• Produce and update single-line diagrams, layout drawings, and wiring schematics using AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software.
• Perform PV system modeling and energy simulations using PVsyst, or similar tools.
• Support design optimization, layout configuration, and system performance analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure accurate project integration.
• Assist with equipment selection and preparation of technical specifications.
• Provide engineering support through the full project lifecycle—from feasibility and conceptual design through construction support.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 2 years of proven experience working on large utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects.
• PVsyst experience for PV modeling
• AutoCAD (or equivalent CAD tools)
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles and renewable energy systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.