Date Posted: 4/11/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Summerville, SC
Job Type: Full Time
Salary (USD): $80,000 - $100,000
Description
PV Design Engineer
Location: Summerville, SC (no remote option) 30 minutes outside of Charleston
Compensation: $80k-$100k
Benefits: Paid Vacation, 401k matching plan, up to $400 monthly medical insurance reimbursement, annual pay bonus.
Shift: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Travel: 20% (some on weekends if necessary) travel is throughout US and some overseas.
Position Description:
Design solar PV, battery energy storage, and micro-grid energy systems using engineering calculations, spreadsheets, and other programs including AutoCAD. Take Solar PV technical training classes and other technical training to further knowledge and maintain industry certifications. This key member of the team must have a strong design/engineering background with a natural curiosity and keen attention to detail. The right person will also:
- Can identify key components of a problem to formulate solutions.
- Set, pursue, and attain achievable goals and identify the actions necessary to achieve results.
- Be driven to maximize resources and increase efficiencies.
Responsibilities:
- Travel to customer locations to install, maintain, and repair equipment.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues with precision and efficiency.
- Collaborate with customers to understand their needs and provide effective solutions.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Document and report service activities and maintain accurate records.
- Provide training and guidance to customers on the use and maintenance of equipment.
- May spend 20% of time conducting supervisory responsibilities
- Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems; training employees; appraising performance; and assisting with hiring and disciplining.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s in engineering from an ABET accredited university. Electrical engineering preferred but not required.
- U.S. Citizenship is required
- Basic ability to understand documents, define problems, and draw calid conclusions.
- Ability to perform math computations needed in trade, read blueprints, understand basic building code knowledge as it relates to work in the trade.
- Must have (complete with in 90 days of employment) OSHA-10
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Heliscope, PVSyst software
- Valid driver’s license & US passport (or within 90 days of employment)
- Ability to pass background check and not have any legal issues that would restrict security access to US military bases. (drug testing prior to during employment)
- Engineer-in-training (EIT) and NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) certifications preferred.
- Desire and ability to pursue a Professional Engineering certification.
Experience:
Two to three years’ experience in the design of solar PV and/or power systems is preferred. Military experience (Veteran) is highly desirable but not required.
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