Solar Project Engineer

Gamechange Solar Corp; Norwalk (CT); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading solar solutions company is seeking a Solar Project Engineer in Norwalk, CT. The role involves performing engineering analysis and drafting construction documents for solar racking systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and preferably some experience in the solar energy field, along with proficiency in AutoCAD. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and professional development assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Must be self-directed and resourceful, detail-oriented.
• Experience with solar PV technology preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis, structural calculations for products.
• Draft construction documents for solar racking systems.
• Evaluate documentation for project completion hurdles.
• Design ways to reduce structural material costs.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings

Autonomy and reliability in work

Understanding of code requirements

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Civil or Mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Solar Project Engineer

GameChange Solar 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 required
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Job Type: Full-time

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

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Principals only. GameChange Solar does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. PLEASE NO AGENCY CONTACTS. WE ARE NOT ABLE TO PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP AT THIS TIME.