Remote Solar PV Design Engineer

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Solar PV Design Engineer to design and specify PV systems for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale projects. You will work with project managers, sales teams, and installation partners to deliver efficient, code-compliant designs from a remote setting.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of solar design experience and strong skills in PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and SketchUp, with excellent communication for distributed teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of solar PV system design experience.
• Proficiency with PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and SketchUp.
• Knowledge of PV modules, inverters, storage, and mounting solutions.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration in distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Design solar PV installations including site layout and BOM/BOQ.
• Create drawings and schematics using AutoCAD and PVsyst.
• Perform energy production modeling and optimization.
• Ensure designs meet codes and safety standards.
• Collaborate remotely with sales and installation partners.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Distributed team experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

PVsyst

Helioscope

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and detail-oriented Remote Solar PV Design Engineer to contribute to their expanding portfolio of renewable energy projects from anywhere. This role involves the comprehensive design and technical specification of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for commercial, industrial, and utility-scale applications. You will collaborate virtually with project managers, sales teams, and installation partners to ensure designs are efficient, compliant, and cost-effective. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced designer who thrives in a remote-first setting and is passionate about advancing solar energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed system design for solar PV installations, including site layout, component selection (panels, inverters, mounting structures), and electrical design.
• Generate engineering drawings, schematics, and documentation using industry-standard software such as AutoCAD and PVsyst.
• Conduct energy production modeling and performance analysis to optimize system output and financial returns.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant building codes, electrical standards, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate remotely with sales teams to provide technical support during the proposal phase and with installation partners during construction.
• Develop Bill of Materials (BOM) and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for solar PV projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience specifically in solar PV system design.
• Proficiency in using solar design software like PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and SketchUp.
• Strong understanding of PV module technologies, inverters, battery storage systems, and mounting solutions.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and best practices for solar installations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in the thriving solar energy industry.
• Access to cutting-edge design tools and ongoing training.