Solar Designer

Exact Solar; Newtown (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Exact Solar in Newtown, PA seeks a capable Solar PV Project Lead to drive the project through all stages—from pre-design through operation. You will coordinate design/engineering activities, review contracts, and guide installation and post-installation steps while maintaining customer satisfaction.

The role requires CAD proficiency, an engineering background, and the ability to interface with the operations team. A long-term commitment to growth in the solar industry is expected.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent training and technical knowledge.
• Experience using CAD for single-line electrical designs and roof layouts.
• Willingness to pursue NABCEP training or vendor courses.
• Strong communication and teamwork; interface with operations to support all project activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead solar PV project through all stages from pre-design to operation.
• Interface with operations team to support all project activities and ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Strong communication

Sense of urgency

Learn quickly

Teamwork

Accountability

Solar PV knowledge

CAD experience

Design/engineering

Permitting/interconnection familiarity

Detail orientation

Vendor training interest

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD

Job description

Responsible for leading Solar PV Project through all the stages - Pre-Design, Contract review, Design/Engineering, Installation, Post Installation, Permission to operate

• Strong communication
• Strong sense of urgency
• Able to learn quickly and take direction well from experienced team members
• Teamwork-oriented, able to work in the office in Newtown, PA and interface directly with operations team to support all project activities
• Highly accountable for results, schedule, and customer satisfaction of projects
• Engineering degree or equivalent training and technical knowledge
• Experience using CAD for single-line electrical designs and roof layout designs
• Excited for long-term opportunity at a growing local company
• Detail-orientation, ability to carefully review work of yourself and others
• Some experience or familiarity with the permitting and interconnection process for solar projects or other construction projects in a different industry
• Understanding of Solar PV technology
• Willingness to independently pursue additional training relevant to our industry and work (such as training offered by our vendors, NABCEP training, or other)