Solar Project Engineer

GameChange Energy; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

GameChange Energy is seeking a Solar Project Engineer in Norwalk, CT. The role focuses on engineering analysis, drafting construction documents for ground-mounted solar racking systems, and supporting QA and procurement processes.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil or Mechanical Engineering degree with 1 year of relevant experience, strong AutoCAD skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid work arrangement offered with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Engineering Civil or Mechanical Engineering or similar.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, reports.
• Ability to work independently and reliably according to schedules.
• Capability to navigate, interpret, and apply code requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Self-directed, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with solar PV technology preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis, including structural calculations for company products, in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
• Draft construction documents (plans, assembly drawings, shop drawings, and details) for ground mounted solar racking systems.
• Participate in internal and upstream supply chain QC operations including documentation peer reviews and First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Evaluate inbound documentation to identify potential hurdles to successful project completion.
• Maintain familiarity with best design practices and new products in the industry through continuous review of manuals and improved design techniques.
• Interface with company staff, clients, and permitting officials.
• Propose, design, and validate new ways of reducing total structural material to lower system cost without compromising quality.
• Support Sales Staff in preliminary project analysis, estimating material take-offs, and responding to technical questions.

Skills

Technical drawings interpretation

Independent work

Code requirements navigation

AutoCAD proficiency

Solar PV knowledge

Interpersonal skills

multitasking in fast-paced env

Education

Bachelor in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

GameChange Energy is one of the fastest growing, most dynamic companies in the booming solar industry. We are a global leader in the solar racking and tracker industry with a dynamic and driven team passionate about changing the game in solar. Our products are designed to be the fastest installing and most cost-effective in the industry.

Solar Project Engineer Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform engineering analysis, including structural calculations for company products, in accordance with applicable codes and standards
• Draft construction documents (plans, assembly drawings, shop drawings, and details) for ground mounted solar racking systems
• Participate in internal and upstream supply chain QC operations including documentation peer reviews and First Article Inspections (FAIs)
• Evaluate inbound documentation to identify potential hurdles to successful project completion
• Maintain intimate familiarity with best design practices and new products used in industry through continuous review of manuals, improved design techniques, etc.
• Interface with company staff, clients, and permitting officials
• Propose, design, and validate new ways of reducing the total amount of structural material in racking systems to reduce the overall cost of the system without compromise to quality
• Support Sales Staff in performing preliminary project analysis, estimating material take-offs, and responding to technical questions

Solar Project Engineer Required Experience & Skills:

• Bachelors in Engineering Civil or Mechanical Engineering or similar
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, reports
• Ability to perform work independently and reliably according to work schedules and assignments
• Capability for navigating, interpreting, and applying code requirements
• Commanding proficiency in AutoCAD
• Must be self-directed and resourceful, detail oriented and able to manage multiple priorities, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with solar PV technology preferred but not requiredExcellent interpersonal skills

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Norwalk, CT (Hybrid) - Business Office professional attire when in office setting.

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 per year

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program