PV Staff Engineer

Sunnova Published: March 29, 2018
Location
Skill Level
Mid Level
Job Type
Full-time
Categories
Energy / Engineering

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Description

~ Sunnova was founded in 2012 by a team of entrepreneurswho worked together for many years in the solar industry prior to starting the company. ~

They bring decades of collective experience to the table and have built Sunnova into one of the top residential solar providers in the United States in a very short time. But never mind what we think -- the real proof of our rapid success and vision for the future is demonstrated by the faith others have invested in us. In just over a year, we’ve raised more than $2 billion in private funding, and that number continues to grow.

Houston is where we hang our hat, but we serve customers throughout this great country and in some pretty exotic locales as well. We partner with a qualified network of regional solar installation specialists to facilitate the solar process for our customers and contribute to the local economy in the areas where we do business. Our mission is to transform the energy industry by giving people the choice of affordable, reliable solar power. And we’re doing just that, one solar panel at a time.

Position Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly talented, motivated professional to join our team as a PV Engineer. The PV Engineer will be responsible for reviewing quality and design standards of residential PV systems. This includes review of design packages, milestone submissions and final installation sign offs on the physical condition of residential PV assets.

This position requires a strong understanding of design schematics and representational drawings in order to interpret design intent. Basic Electrical calculations, and PV energy production estimation will be an integral part of daily job responsibilities.

Open communication with sales and field technicians will be necessary to coordinate, remedy and aid channel partners through the construction process while interfacing with Sunnnova Energy Corporation. It will be the responsibility of the PV Engineer to guide our Partners in constructing residential PV systems to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

  • Daily review of electrical / mechanical designs applied to the NEC, local jurisdictional requirements and Sunnova Energy Corporation standards.
  • Daily review of finished installations.
  • Familiarity with multiple local permitting jurisdictions.
  • Familiarity with current residential PV electrical and mechanical equipment.
  • Multi-disciplinary understanding of the challenges associated with construction while working with sales, construction management, and financing of energy assets mandates effective communication skills.
  • Must be detail oriented and an efficient worker.
  • Answer inbound customer and contractor calls and emails.
  • Provides administrative problem-solving support to the operations staff, partners and customers.
  • Educate contractors on processes and procedures.
  • Escalate unresolved or complex issues.
  • Ensure project deadlines are maintained.
  • Handle customer service on technical related issues – on the phone or in person during site visits.
  • Encourage individual professional growth and development by meeting mandatory project deadlines, displaying skills competency, and supporting department-based goals, which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a mentor.
  • Help to ensure satisfaction by providing a seamless operational process of the department organization.
  • Participate in discussions with the operation management regarding the goals set.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical, Construction, or Design trade is required.
  • Minimum 2 years experience preferred.
  • A licensed Electrician will be considered.
  • A background or familiarity with PV (photovoltaics) projects is a plus.
  • A background with PV projects utilizing battery storage systems is a plus.
  • PC skills; Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, & Outlook. Salesforce experience a plus.
  • Familiar with the National Electric Code (NEC)
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with residential construction.
  • Ability to read construction documents (drafted plans, sections, elevations, wiring diagrams).
  • Knowledge of mechanical design, electrical design and theory.
  • A background or familiarity with computer aided design (CAD).
  • Very strong organizational and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
  • Team player that behaves ethically, with highest degree of integrity at all times.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure and organize, manage and prioritize multiple deliverables.
  • Experience resolving customer service issues.

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