Lead Solar PV Electrical Design Engineer

CPL; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HDHP option

HSA with employer match

PTO + holidays

Retirement plan

Licensure assistance

Internal mobility

Job summary

CPL is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and coordinate solar PV and electrical systems for commercial, institutional, and utility-scale projects in New York. You will develop Revit and AutoCAD models, electrical layouts, and system calculations, collaborating with clients, utilities, and contractors to meet permitting and interconnection requirements.

The role requires at least 6 years in electrical engineering or solar PV design, with strong knowledge of power distribution and relevant

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required (Bachelor's degree preferred) and minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical engineering, building systems design, or solar PV design.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and electrical design principles, including power distribution, solar PV systems, and applicable codes and standards.
• Proven ability to lead technical coordination, solve complex design challenges, and deliver high-quality renewable energy projects in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate commercial, institutional, and utility-scale solar PV and electrical systems, from feasibility through construction documentation.
• Develop and manage Revit and AutoCAD models, electrical layouts, system calculations, and interdisciplinary coordination to support successful project delivery.
• Partner with clients, utilities, contractors, and internal teams to navigate permitting, interconnection requirements, and construction support.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Electrical design principles

Power distribution

Solar PV systems

Codes and standards

Technical leadership

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

CPL is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and coordinate solar PV and electrical systems for commercial, institutional, and utility-scale projects in New York. You will develop Revit and AutoCAD models, electrical layouts, and system calculations, collaborating with clients, utilities, and contractors to meet permitting and interconnection requirements.

The role requires at least 6 years in electrical engineering or solar PV design, with strong knowledge of power distribution and relevant