Senior Design Engineer (Dana Point)
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Job Purpose
Senior Design Engineer leads the technical design and optimization of solar PV projects. This role will be responsible for developing high-performance solar system designs, ensuring technical accuracy, and supporting project execution from early-stage development to construction. The Senior Design Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency, reduce costs, and integrate the latest industry advancements.This is a hybrid role, expected onsite at our Dana Point office 2-3 days per week.
Responsibilities
- Develop and optimize electrical and mechanical designs for utility-scale and commercial solar PV projects.
- Perform detailed energy modeling, system sizing, and performance analysis using PVsyst, Helioscope, and other industry tools.
- Generate electrical one-line diagrams, layouts, and technical specifications for solar and hybrid energy systems.
- Analyze site constraints, including topography, shading, and interconnection feasibility, to inform design decisions.
- Develop and optimize electrical and mechanical designs for utility-scale and commercial solar PV projects.
- Perform detailed energy modeling, system sizing, and performance analysis using PVsyst, Helioscope, and other industry tools.
- Generate electrical one-line diagrams, layouts, and technical specifications for solar and hybrid energy systems.
- Analyze site constraints, including topography, shading, and interconnection feasibility, to inform design decisions.
- Ensure designs comply with NEC, IEEE, UL, IEC, and local permitting regulations.
- Collaborate with permitting and regulatory teams to support project approvals.
- Conduct quality control reviews on engineering deliverables, ensuring technical accuracy and industry best practices.
- Support project development teams by providing technical feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses.
- Work closely with procurement teams to evaluate and select PV modules, inverters, and balance-of-system components.
- Coordinate with construction and project management teams to facilitate seamless project execution and mitigate risks.
- Assist in interconnection planning and utility coordination for grid-tied systems.
- Stay updated on emerging solar technologies, materials, and design methodologies to drive innovation.
- Contribute to the development of design standards, automation tools, and workflow improvements.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field.
- 58 years of experience in solar PV system design and engineering.
- Strong knowledge of solar PV components, electrical system design, and energy modeling.
- Proficiency in PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and electrical design tools.
- Familiarity with interconnection requirements, permitting processes, and construction best practices.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
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