Manager, Engineering

CTEC Solar; Bloomfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A renewable energy company in Bloomfield, Connecticut, seeks a Manager, Engineering to lead their Design Engineering unit. You will play a key role in delivering successful solar projects, managing a high-performing team, and ensuring technical excellence. This full-time position is primarily onsite, with opportunities for hybrid or remote work. Competitive benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) matching plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in solar, energy storage, or power system design, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to manage teams and deliver on schedule.
• Deep understanding of applicable codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the Design Engineering unit.
• Recruit and mentor a high-performing engineering team.
• Review and approve all technical documentation.
• Provide strategic input on system architecture for projects.

Skills

Team management

Technical expertise in solar PV system design

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

PVCase

Helioscope

PVSyst

Job description

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Overview

Join our team as a Manager, Engineering, and play a vital role in driving the growth of renewable energy solutions. Apply your expertise and leadership skills to deliver successful commercial solar projects that contribute to a sustainable future.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a brand-new Design Engineering unit, defining the vision, structure, and processes for long-term success.
• Recruit, mentor, and grow a high-performing engineering team while fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
• Allocate resources effectively to balance multiple priorities across geographies and project stages.
• Review and approve drawing sets, energy models, capacity tests, and technical documentation for development, permitting, and construction phases.
• Ensure designs meet all performance, quality, cost, and schedule targets while driving consistency across projects.
• Provide strategic input on system architecture, grid integration, and equipment selection for PV and BESS projects.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert for design best practices and standards.
• Enhance the company’s expertise in battery energy storage systems (BESS) by incorporating robust language, standards, and internal knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with the Business Development team to support preliminary design efforts, energy modeling, and project feasibility analyses.
• Provide early-stage design guidance to optimize project layouts, interconnection options, and overall system performance.
• Develop and refine internal design standards, workflows, and project engineering processes.
• Champion process automation and efficiency improvements.
• Perform value engineering to optimize project economics, performance, and constructability.
• Partner with the Construction Team to provide engineering support through project closeout, including as-built documentation, submittals, capacity testing, and final deliverables.
• Act as the primary liaison between internal teams, EORs, and external engineering partners.
• Coordinate efforts between multiple Engineers of Record (EORs) to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality engineering packages.
• Interface with external stakeholders, including utilities, permitting authorities, and engineering partners.
• Identify and mitigate design and interconnection risks early in the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, IBC, ASCE, and other relevant codes and standards.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• 10+ years of experience in solar, energy storage, or power system design, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Proven ability to manage technical teams/stakeholders, allocate resources, and deliver deliverables on schedule.
• Deep understanding of solar PV system design, electrical engineering principles, and applicable codes and standards.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills to interact with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovation and cost optimization.
• Experience working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, PVCase, Helioscope, PVSyst, and related engineering tools.
• Ability to dedicate 5–10% of time to site meetings and site walks as needed.
• Passion for CTEC Solar’s mission and commitment to building a sustainable energy future.

Location, Type & Benefits

Job Type: Full-time.

This position is ideally based onsite, but we are open to a hybrid arrangement and even a fully remote setup for the right candidate.

• 401(k) matching
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Job- related notes: This posting may be updated to reflect changes in project needs or company priorities.

Equal Opportunity

C-TEC SOLAR, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and military veterans.

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