PV System Design Engineer

TELYON; Old Saybrook (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TELYON in Old Saybrook, CT is seeking a PV System Design Engineer to expand capabilities across system investigations and design. The engineer will report to the Director of Engineering and collaborate with pre-construction, design, procurement, and construction teams on commercial rooftop and ground mount solar projects.

Responsibilities include designing layouts and electrical diagrams with Helioscope, AutoCAD and PVsyst, overseeing project engineering, reviewing interconnection studies,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5+ years of direct C&I Solar PV design engineering experience.
• PE license or Engineer-In-Training with a defined path to pursue a PE within two years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design layouts and electrical diagrams for rooftop and ground-mount solar arrays using Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVsyst.
• Oversee engineering of specific projects including design specs, equipment selection, interconnection and permitting.
• Review interconnection and facilities studies and ensure code compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of building codes, new technologies, and industry trends.
• Update and maintain engineering standards and best practices.
• Review drawings for optimal, code-compliant designs.
• Perform energy production modeling and create single-line diagrams.
• Identify and qualify consulting partners and manage external relationships.
• Provide technical support through development, permitting, construction, and O&M.

Skills

Code knowledge

Interdisciplinary coordination

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

PE license or EIT path

Tools

AutoCAD

Helioscope

PVsyst

Excel

Procore

Job description

Location: Headquarter office (Old Saybrook, CT) preferred, hybrid and remote work considered

TELYON is seeking a PV System Design Engineer to expand its capabilities in all aspects of system investigations and design. The System Design Engineer will report to the Director of Engineering, and will work closely with the pre-construction, design, procurement, and construction teams. This position will also work with third party consultants and customers to manage the overall design process, develop projects specifications, obtain permits, and develop budgets.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with external engineering firms to design layouts and electrical diagrams for commercial rooftop and ground mount solar arrays that conform to building code and off-taker requirements utilizing software such as Helioscope, AutoCAD, and PVsyst
• Oversee the engineering of specific projects including detailed design specifications, equipment selection, and interconnection and permitting processes
• Review utility interconnection and facilities studies
• Maintain a general knowledge of design issues related to relevant building codes, new technologies and products, industry trends, utility requirements, vendor qualifications
• Update and maintain engineering standards and best practices
• Review electrical/ structural/civil engineering and racking drawings to ensure optimal and code-compliant designs
• Perform energy production modeling to provide details, layouts, and single-line diagrams
• Evaluate risks to projects in the design phase and leads discussions on solutions
• Identify and qualify engineering/design consultants for various future commercial solar installations, evaluate their proposals, and make selection recommendations
• Manage ongoing relationship with third party engineering/design consultants to ensure timely and quality deliverables
• Provide technical support on commercial solar projects through development, permitting, construction, and O&M phases

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 3 – 5+ years of direct C&I Solar PV design engineering experience
• Familiarity with construction drawing standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Helioscope, PVsyst, Excel, and Procore
• Familiarity with the National Electric Code and other applicable state and local codes
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license or an Engineer-In-Training certificate with a defined path to pursue a PE within two years highly desirable

These duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work expected to be performed by this position. This is not an exhaustive list of duties. Other responsibilities can and will be assigned based on the growth and direction of the business.

Telyon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.