Solar Project Draftsman: AutoCAD & Layout Optimization

PVH - PVHardware; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PVH - PVHardware is seeking a skilled Draftsman to join our US technical group supporting US based utility solar projects by providing cost-efficient designs and layouts.

As part of our solar tracker and fixed-tilt solution team, you will manage CAD templates, evaluate customer layouts, and collaborate with sales and engineering to optimize tracks, boundaries, hydrology, and topography for bids and project delivery.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a Draftsman
• Proficiency with AutoCAD software
• Analytical and creative approach for optimizing layouts
• Proficiency with Excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing requirements

Responsibilities

• Work within the US technical group supporting US based utility solar projects by providing cost-efficient designs and layouts.
• Evaluate customer layouts, keep outs, site boundaries, hydrology considerations, and topography to adapt and optimize tracker and fixed tilt racking layouts.
• Conduct slope analysis and preliminary grading studies for optimal project outcomes.
• Manage CAD templates and files for organized drafting processes.
• Collaborate with sales and technical teams to gather project requirements and ensure internal communication.
• Interact with customer engineering, procurement, and sales reps to address project queries and provide technical support.

Skills

Draftsman experience

AutoCAD

Analytical thinking

Excel

Multi-project management

Tools

PVCase

CAD scripting

LISP

Dynamic blocks

Job description

PVH - PVHardware is seeking a skilled Draftsman to join our US technical group supporting US based utility solar projects by providing cost-efficient designs and layouts.

As part of our solar tracker and fixed-tilt solution team, you will manage CAD templates, evaluate customer layouts, and collaborate with sales and engineering to optimize tracks, boundaries, hydrology, and topography for bids and project delivery.