Solar Engineer Intern: Hands-On PV Design

CMTA; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

CMTA Energy Solutions in Fairfax, VA offers a hands-on co-op program for Mechanical Engineering students, focusing on Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts. Co-ops participate in multiple contracts from development to implementation under professional supervision.

Responsibilities include site visits, building audits, energy calculations, PV array design, CAD drafting, and field verification. Strong communication and CAD skills are desired; travel to job sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a BSEE, preferably sophomore or junior.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• CAD experience helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project development including site visits and audits.
• Perform energy calculations and model feasibility for PV arrays.
• Create CAD construction documents for new PV arrays.
• Field verify installation and support project managers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

CAD drafting

Energy calculations

MS Word & Excel

Education

Pursuing BSEE (sophomore/junior)

Tools

CAD

Job description

CMTA Energy Solutions in Fairfax, VA offers a hands-on co-op program for Mechanical Engineering students, focusing on Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts. Co-ops participate in multiple contracts from development to implementation under professional supervision.

Responsibilities include site visits, building audits, energy calculations, PV array design, CAD drafting, and field verification. Strong communication and CAD skills are desired; travel to job sites may be required.