Solar PV Project Engineer, Senior or Staff

NextGenEnergyJobs; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs in California seeks a Senior Solar Engineer to lead the design of utility-scale solar-plus-storage projects. You will produce DIagrams, layouts, and sizing studies, guiding PV scope from concept through construction with internal teams and EPC partners.

The role requires strong PV design experience, knowledge of codes and standards, and a proactive, collaborative approach to project delivery. Travel to site locations will be necessary as projects advance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil or Electrical preferred) or equivalent experience.
• Deep experience with concept development, design, and construction of utility-scale solar PV systems.
• Proficiency with PVcase for single line diagrams and layouts.
• Knowledge of solar-plus-storage architectures.
• Familiarity with NEC, IEEE, UL 1703/UL 3703, and interconnection requirements.
• Experience coordinating with EPCs, vendors, and engineering consultants.
• Ability to own projects in a fast-moving environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Own solar PV system design at concept and preliminary levels for utility-scale solar-plus-storage projects.
• Define technical scope and Basis of Design, handing off to detailed design teams and EPC partners.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for solar PV scope across internal and external parties.
• Evaluate site conditions during early feasibility to confirm buildable area and performance assumptions.
• Identify and document interconnection, permitting, and code requirements for solar scope.
• Review equipment vendors and proposals and make PV equipment recommendations.
• Support construction and commissioning on site to verify installation against design intent.

Skills

PV design experience

Code & standards familiarity

Project coordination

Ownership/autonomy

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

PE license (preferred)

Tools

PVcase

Job description

In accordance with California pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is listed below.

Responsibilities

• Own solar PV system design at the concept and preliminary level for utility-scale solar-plus-storage projects, producing single line diagrams, array layouts, and string and inverter sizing using industry-standard solar design software
• Define the technical scope and Basis of Design for the solar portion of each project, hand a gap-closed package to detailed design teams and internal or external EPC partners, and stay involved through the full PV lifecycle
• Serve as the technical point of contact for solar PV scope across internal teams (Project Engineering, Commercial, Development) and external parties (EPCs, racking and module vendors, engineering consultants)
• Evaluate site conditions (topography, soils, shading, resource data) during early-stage feasibility to confirm buildable area and system performance assumptions
• Identify and document interconnection, permitting, and code compliance requirements for solar scope, coordinating with the broader project permitting effort
• Review and vet solar equipment vendors and proposals, including racking and module suppliers, and make PV equipment recommendations in coordination with Procurement
• Support construction and commissioning on site as needed to resolve field issues, verify installation against design intent, and build Redwood's internal solar design standards, tools, and processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably Civil or Electrical, or equivalent experience demonstrating exceptional ability in these fields
• Deep experience with concept development, design, and construction of utility-scale solar PV systems; Staff level reflects a broader track record of leading PV scope across multiple projects
• Proficiency with industry-standard solar design software (PVcase) for single line diagrams, layouts, and performance modeling
• Working knowledge of solar-plus-storage system architectures
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards, including NEC (NFPA 70), IEEE, UL 1703/UL 3703, and utility interconnection requirements
• Experience coordinating with internal and external EPCs, racking and module vendors, and engineering consultants through design and construction
• Comfort operating with significant ownership in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed
• Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus but not required
• A Passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!
• Climbing, standing, and stooping during project site visits
• Typing and extended computer work in an office setting