The Design Engineer is the lead role for all technical and design work for a Signal Energy project from conceptual design until final completion of the project. The Design Engineer is responsible for understanding and coordinating the work of all disciplines and managing the relationship with external EORs (Engineers of Record) to ensure cohesive design documentation that clearly communicates how the project should be built. This role is responsible for the development, documentation, and management of the Engineering decisions and deliverables to support a high-quality project, on time, and on budget.

Location: Remote

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Responsibilities:

• Represent Signal from a technical perspective to Owners and Customers
• Own Signal’s relationship with the Engineer(s) of Record. Oversee design, manage Requests for Information, perform quality checks, and drive value engineering efforts
• Develop high quality design documentation (drawings, PVSyst models, product specifications, commissioning plans, test results, calculations, and other technical documents as necessary) to communicate the project design to the client, AHJs, and sub-contractors, and ensure compliance with applicable codes
• Review and manage design documentation for all disciplines (electrical, structural, civil, SCADA/DAS, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), HV, etc.) to ensure proper coordination between disciplines
• Seek out and capitalize on cost and time saving opportunities to drive project efficiency
• Develop and document selection and placement of photovoltaic modules, DC components, inverters, panelboards, switchgear, battery storage, medium and high voltage equipment
• Coordinate with Business Development, Estimating, Scheduling, and Procurement to collectively build competitive proposals that set Signal up for long term project success
• Work with external technical resources such as drafters, engineering consultants, and equipment suppliers to deliver cohesive and cost-effective design packages
• Review, understand, and work within the contracted SOW, commissioning requirements, performance testing requirements, budget, and schedule
• Utilize available systems and tools (ACAD templates, internal excel tools, and PVSyst models) to efficiently deliver design documentation. Stay up to date on improved system capability and contribute to process improvement
• Support the project team and drive the schedule for submitting drawings and other documentation to obtain permits, seek bids, specify equipment, and hit contract milestones.
• Participate in descoping calls with subcontractors to ensure proper understanding of design and collect valuable input
• Stay up to date on new and innovative technology and integrate concepts into design plans.
• The role will require occasional travel for both office meetings and field visits to active construction sites, requiring PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a similar technical field (Electrical Engineering preferred) from an accredited university
• 3+ years’ experience in planning, design, and/or operations of photovoltaic systems
• Engineering in Training (EIT), Professional Engineer (PE) license, or PMP certification is preferred

Skills to be Successful:

• Comfort with the technical aspects of the job as well as business and client interactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including ability to write clear and detailed technical reports, presentations, and emails. Project management skills are preferred.
• Must be a supportive team member, able to work in a collaborative environment as well as work on self-directed independent projects. Must be self-motivated and self-accountable with the ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Business acumen, project budget management experience, and proven ability to target value engineer a design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Preferable to also have experience with ETAP, PVSyst, Civil3D, Helios3D, SAM, and Procore.

Work Environment:

• Work will be conducted remotely from a home office with minimal travel.
• Travel will be required for office meetings and visits to project sites, 10-20%
• Design Engineers report directly to an Engineering Manager

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for positions posted on our careers page. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Signal Energy Constructors Talent Acquisition Manager directly on LInkedin for consideration. Signal Energy Constructors or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Signal Energy Constructors or its affiliates will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Signal Energy Constructors has established an approved vendor program for this service, and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or at anytime in the future require company sponsorship for a work visa (we are currently not sponsoring visas for this position)
• How many years of experience do you have in solar PV design? (Must be detailed on your resume)
• On a scale of 1-10, how proficient are you in PVsyst? (10 is highly proficient)
• On a scale of 1-10, how proficient are you in using AutoCAD? (10 is highly proficient)
• On a scale of 1-10, how proficient are you with ETAP (10 is highly proficient)
• How much experience do you have managing design documentation for all disciplines (electrical, structural, civil, SCADA/DAS, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), HV, etc.) to ensure proper coordination between disciplines? (please make sure your resume reflects experience with any of these disciplines)

Work Location: Remote

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