PV Engineer I and II - Solar

Mortenson; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced PV Solar Design Engineer I or II to support design and proposal efforts for utility-scale projects in Minnesota. This hybrid role at MN HQ offers relocation and minimal travel.

You will work with AutoCAD, PVCase, PVFarm and PVSyst, coordinating with field and engineering teams. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering and have at least two years in PV solar design or construction, with NEC knowledge and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related field.
• Minimum two years in PV Solar construction management or PV Solar design.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and related Autodesk software.
• Proficient in PVSyst and related solar performance modeling software.
• Demonstrated electrical, structural, and mechanical design skills with detailed construction drawings.
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices.
• Strong problem solving and proactive work ethic; accountability for own work.

Responsibilities

• Design utility-solar PV systems using AutoCAD, PVCase, PVFarm and related software.
• Establish Solar PV basis of design including module selection and sizing.
• Perform energy modeling using PVSyst; some SAM knowledge.
• Lead meetings with internal and external parties.
• Collaborate with field, construction and engineering teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Solar design

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVCase

PVFarm

Excel

PVSyst

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experiencedPV Solar Design Engineer I or IIto provide Solar PV design engineering support throughout the proposal and design phase of the project.

Location: MN- HQ (hybrid); relocation is available

Travel: Minimal up to 4 times per year

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

This position offers opportunities at both levels I and II, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design utility-solar PV systems using AutoCAD, PVCase, PVFarm and related software, including single-line diagrams, array layouts, fence layout, road layout, in 2D and 3D software.
• Establish Solar PV basis of design including module selection, string sizing, ground coverage ratio, inverter selection, inverter power factor requirements, inverter loading ratio, and cable sizing
• Perform energy performance modeling using PVSyst software. Primary use is of PVSyst, but some knowledge of NLR System Advisor Model (SAM) is required
• Conduct and evaluate performance testing according to the contractual documents
• Lead meetings with both internal and external parties.
• Use Excel spreadsheets and calculations to electrically size Solar PV systems
• Understanding of utility PPA and Interconnection requirements
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and practices to tasks, particularly when updating current technical tools and evaluating new software
• Generates new ideas, goes beyond the status quo; recognizes the need for new or modified approaches
• Collaborate with field, construction, and engineering teams to resolve design issues and develop solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another related field.
• Minimum two years in PV Solar construction management or PV Solar design.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD and related Autodesk software.
• Must be proficient in PVSyst and related solar performance modeling software.
• Demonstrated electrical, structural, and mechanical design skills, with the ability to generate accurate, and highly detailed construction drawings.
• Basic understanding of construction techniques and project management practices.
• Good problem solving and critical thinking abilities and a proactive work ethic. Must take accountability of own body of work, closing each project by design completion efficiently, while maintaining accuracy and strict attention to detail.
• Strong ability to apply innovative and creative skills to problem solving
• Working knowledge of National Electric Code (NEC) is preferred.

PV Engineer I

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Working knowledge of NEC code and NFPA standards a plus
• The base pay range for this roleis $80,900 - $109,300

PV Engineer II

• MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • Minimum two years in Solar PV construction management or system design, preferably utility scale
  • ProficiencyinPVSystor related solar performance modeling software
• The base pay range for this roleis $91,700 - $123,800

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are acceptedwithout a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.