Senior Solar Energy Engineer - Energy Solutions
C M T A Inc
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Job summary
CMTA is seeking a Senior Solar Energy Engineer for its Energy Solutions group in Louisville, KY. You will design, bid, manage, and commission solar PV, battery, and EV charging systems for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept through commissioning.
The role requires strong electrical engineering expertise, PV system design skills, and experience with interconnection and modeling tools. NABCEP is preferred but not required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (required).
- NABCEP PV Installation/Designer/Commissioning/Inspector certification is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of AC & DC electrical wiring, PV interconnection documents and utility tariffs.
- Thorough NEC knowledge, especially Section 690.
- Experience with PV production modeling (SAM, PV Syst, Helioscope).
- Ability to read structural drawings and PV racking systems.
Responsibilities
- Design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery, and EV charging systems.
- Lead a team of engineers to deliver energy solutions for clients.
- Collaborate with clients to tailor ESPC and design/build projects.
- Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and performance analyses.
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Job description
CMTA, 1200 Steuart ST, Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America •
CMTA, 3060 Williams Drive, Fairfax, Virginia, United States of America •
Louisville, KY, USA
Posted Monday, June 22, 2026 at 10:00 AM
CMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities.
The core business of our Energy Solutions division is the delivery of Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Design/Build Contracts. our ESPCs are a viable way to upgrade and renovate facilities in a budget-neutral or even budget-positive way. The process diverts money already being spent on utilities and directs it into facility upgrades, covering scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement and verification, and even ongoing energy management services. We have experience in designing the nation’s most energy efficient buildings, including many zero energy buildings. Our knowledge is unparalleled in the Guaranteed ESPC market, which allows us to dive deeper than our competitors.
In addition, CMTA’s Renewable Energy team brings extensive experience across the renewable energy sector, including behind-the-meter, front-of-the-meter, and community solar projects. Our team works in a wide range of building types, from dense urban environments to rural settings, and focuses on Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), microgrids, and EV charging infrastructure — delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions tailored to each client’s needs.
The Energy Solutions division of CMTA is the fastest growing division of our large and growing company. This position will work with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients of CMTA. Our ideal candidate is typically a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background.
- 5-10+ years of experience - PV & Battery installations (small commercial and large commercial (50-2MW+)
- NABCEP PV Installation, Designer, Commissioning or Inspector Certification (preferred, but not required)
- Knowledge of Installation of AC & DC electrical wiring, communications and monitoring systems. (SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius, Chint ect.)
- Thorough knowledge of the NEC electrical code, especially section 690.
- Experience with PV Interconnection documents and ability to understand and sift through utility tariffs. Experience with behind the meter and ahead of the meter interconnections.
- Experience with modeling PV production (SAM, PV Syst, Helioscope etc.)
- Ability to understand structural drawings & associated industry verbiage
- Vast knowledge base of PV racking types from pitched roof to flat roofs, carports to ground mounts. (Unirac, PanelClaw, Terrasmart, Iron Ridge etc.)
- Experience with Revit/AutoCAD is required
- Electrical engineering – Ability to develop, read and discuss single line diagrams for PV systems (Ability to calculate voltage drop, conduit fill, transformer sizing, short circuit current calculations etc.)
- Solar – Knowledge of grid tied PV systems & associated components
- Power Distribution – Knowledge of 3-Phase Power Systems & microgrids
- Construction – Familiarity with project management, project flow & deadlines
- Design - Familiarity with SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius & Other inverter products/design software
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
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- 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
- Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
- Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
- Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)
- Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.
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Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
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Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job -related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.
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