Solar Engineering Manager

Charlie Mike Recruiting; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy solutions company is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the design and development of solar and energy storage systems. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of engineering experience, with specific expertise in PV design and management. Responsibilities include managing the engineering team, maintaining client relationships, and ensuring project efficiency and compliance with standards. Apply directly or send your resume to the provided email.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering experience required.
• 2+ years of PV design engineering experience needed.
• 2+ years of engineering management experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities for commercial solar systems.
• Hire and supervise the engineering team.
• Maintain strong client relationships.
• Assess and improve current SOPs and workflows.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Relationship building

Education

Degree in engineering, electrical preferred

Tools

Helioscope

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Job description

Location

Chicago, IL

About Us

Charlie Mike has partnered with a national leader offering comprehensive energy solutions (Solar, CHP, Battery, Storage) to commercial and industrial clients across the country. Our client is a family owned and operated business headquartered in Chicago, IL and is experiencing rapid growth in the renewable energy industry. Our client offers a fun, dynamic work environment. The enthusiasm and passion for making a difference in the renewable energy industry is clearly evident in the work of our employees. Come join our growing team!

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering activities for the technical support, design and development of commercial solar and energy storage systems.
• Hire, supervise, support and develop engineering team.
• Assist engineering project management team as needed learning all aspects of the team’s responsibilities.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Assess current SOPs and workflows identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure projects are completed efficiently, correctly, on schedule, and within budget.
• Negotiate contracts with outside vendors.
• Maintain relationships and manage expectations with engineering consultants and equipment vendors.
• Review engineering work for accuracy and ensuring compliance with engineering principles.
• Review RFPs and contract documents.
• Act as liaison with Project Management on matters relating to engineering progress, quality, scope issues on projects as well as interface with customers on technical questions/concerns.
• Research latest technologies and best practices.

Education & Experience

• Degree in engineering, electrical preferred
• 7+ years of engineering experience
• 2+ years of PV design engineering experience
• 2+ years of engineering management experience
• Battery/Storage experience, preferred
• Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Project management and time management skills
• Expertise in building strong relationships
• Proficiency in understanding solar system design (Helioscope, AutoCAD, PVsyst)
• NABCEP Design Specialist Certification preferred
• Knowledge of Electric (NEC) and Fire codes
• Experience preparing electrical engineering design packages

If you believe your background and experience could be a great fit for this role, please apply directly or send your resume to [e-mail]