Solar Project Engineer

621 Energy, LLC; Concord (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid time off

Training budget and development

Job summary

621 Energy is seeking a Solar Project Engineer to support design, construction and commissioning of commercial and nonprofit solar PV projects in Massachusetts. This full-time hybrid role is based at our West Concord, MA office and reports to the Principal of 621 Energy.

You will perform site visits, develop layouts and energy production models, generate construction documents, and coordinate with clients, engineers and installers to meet safety standards and project milestones.

Qualifications

• One year minimum Solar PV design experience.
• Familiarity with NEC codes and permitting.
• Experience with site assessments and energy modeling.

Responsibilities

• Perform site visits for project feasibility and assist with preliminary site layouts and energy production modeling.
• Develop solar designs including equipment layouts, site plans and electrical schematics that conform to NEC codes and permitting requirements.
• Produce construction document sets, BOMs, equipment specs, and drawings for construction and as-built documentation.
• Support utility interconnection and permitting application processes.
• Provide field support and quality control during construction and review installation adherence to drawings.

Skills

Solar PV design

Project coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Field troubleshooting

Tools

Sketchup

Layout

Excel

Helioscope

Job description

621 Energy builds, owns, operates and services commercial-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. We provide a complete range of solar PV solutions including project development, turnkey installation, financing, operation and maintenance. 621 Energy’s mission is to help our customers reduce their energy costs and carbon footprint by providing quality, cost-effective, high-performing solar solutions. An integral part of our mission is to invest our profits and time into providing solar solutions to the nonprofits that serve our local communities. Visit www.621energy.com for more information.

About the Role- SOLAR PROJECT ENGINEER

621 Energy is looking for an engineer to assist in our growing efforts in implementing solar energy projects for our commercial and nonprofit customers. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, possess excellent communications skills, and be detail oriented. This full-time hybrid role is based at our West Concord, MA office. Reporting to the Principal of 621 Energy, this position is responsible for technical implementation of the company’s solar PV projects, primarily within Massachusetts. The Project Engineer is responsible for all technical aspects of project design, construction, and commissioning of assigned solar projects, and ensuring that milestones are met throughout the life of the project. The Project Engineer handles multiple projects simultaneously at various stages of development and construction.

Responsibilities

• Perform site visits for project feasibility and assist with preliminary site layouts and energy production modeling
• Conduct onsite assessments and develop comprehensive solar designs including equipment layouts, site plans, structural drawings, engineering calculations, and electrical schematics that conform to NEC codes and permitting requirements using Sketchup, Layout, Excel, Helioscope and other design tools
• Produce construction document sets, bill of materials, equipment specifications, and drawings that will be used for construction, as well as creating as built documentation
• Support utility interconnection and permitting application processes
• Provide support and quality control of installation team during construction by understanding all installation manuals, training installers as required, providing accurate locations for racking and other equipment in the field, and reviewing installation quality and adherence to drawings
• Provide start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new systems and existing systems
• Effectively communicate with project stakeholders including clients, professional engineers, contractors and coworkers
• Provide design and technical implementation of a high quality project within the intended scope, timeframe, budget, and client expectations
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, codes
• Assist in the evaluation of project performance and implement strategies to improve safety, quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

• One year minimum Solar PV design experience

Skills

• Proficient in technical knowledge of solar PV design, building codes and NEC.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
• Ability to be “hands on” in the field for troubleshooting and installation assistance
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Quick learner with sound judgement, strong attention to detail, and ability to solve problems
• Passionate about delivering outstanding customer service both internally and externally
• Able to contribute to an inclusive, collaborative working environment and mentor less experienced team members
• Team player who can flex to fill different roles in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Access to personal transportation required to get to job sites
• Casual, collaborative and results-driven work environment
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• 401K plan with company match
• Training budget and opportunities for professional development

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We are unable to provide sponsorship, sponsorship transfers, or support for H-1B visas or other employment-based visas for this position. All candidates must possess valid, long-term U.S. work authorization at the time of hire.

Equal Opportunity Statement

621 Energy welcomes all candidates who are respectful and will do the job well, and values diversity in age, race, class, gender expression, sexual orientation, faith, and ability. We are committed to maintaining a discrimination-free workplace now and always. We recognize that there is no “perfect” candidate, and you may not meet all the listed qualifications.