PV System Design Engineer

Wirsol Solar Americas, Inc. is a leading developer of solar energy projects headquartered in New York NY. The parent company, Wirsol Solar AG, is one of the world's largest solar energy services providers with significant experience developing, financing, operating and monitoring solar power plants across the world. Wirsol Solar AG is headquartered in Germany and has international subsidiaries in Spain, Italy, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Canada, the United Kingdom and China.

Position Overview:

Wirsol Solar Americas is seeking a System Design Engineer to design and engineer its solar projects throughout the United States. Ideal candidates are experienced, highly motivated, self-directed, precise, and have excellent communication skills.

Led by some of the most experienced professionals in the solar industry, Wirsol Solar has been developing and building solar power projects - from residential housing to industrial rooftops to large-scale solar parks - since 2002. The company has built a strong reputation for quality, efficiency and integrity.

Responsibilities:

The PV System Design Engineer will perform or oversee the following:

• Perform enhanced PV array performance estimation and modeling using existing software and meteorological data
• Conduct comprehensive analysis of potential photovoltaic plant locations, including site surveys and client meetings
• Provide recommendations for system optimization including site layout, technical design concepts, and equipment specifications.
• Work with Sales personnel to integrate client requests, where technically feasible, into the PV system design
• Create highly detailed construction-ready plan sets for roof-mounted and ground-mounted PV systems, including, but not limited to: plant drawings, layouts, one line electrical diagrams, and associated project documentation
• Work with Structural and Electrical engineers to execute code-compliant designs and plan sets
• Provide accurate project budgets, with precise accounting for all system components, labor and services
• Work with in-house project managers to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with the National Electric Code, National Fire Code, International Building Codes and/or IEEE standards
• Interface with clients, construction managers and outside contractors prior to and during project construction
• Work with utility companies and utility engineers to seamlessly integrate energy systems to the grid
• Perform detailed system commissioning and provide in-depth project commissioning documentation
• Participate in project evaluations and assessment of results

Qualifications: 

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited Engineering program (ME, AE, or EE)
• 3+ years professional experience engineering and designing PV Systems
• 5+ years professional experience in the field of Electrical Engineering
• Understanding of International Building Codes and/or IEEE standards
• Strong knowledge of energy conversion systems and technologies
• Knowledge of PV Module Support Structure design, module array lay-out
• Extensive knowledge of output, performance and reliability factors of various commercially available PV modules and inverters
• Knowledge of power distribution and transmission systems design is a plus
• Proficiency in system(s) modeling and energy production modeling software, including AutoCAD and PVSyst
• Aptitude to be a successful project / team manager utilizing proven management technique

Desired Skills & Experience:

• NABCEP certification
• Experience designing, engineering and overseeing the construction of commercial rooftop PV projects, with an understanding of local permitting and interconnection requirements in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions
• Ability to interface with a broad spectrum of individuals with varying degrees of technical knowledge, and to communicate effectively and proactively
• Self-directed, with strong attention to detail, and excellent time management skills
• High degree of responsiveness to internal and external inquiries, with a willingness to take on increased responsibility
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and to meet deadlines under pressure
• Ability to effectively work in parallel with others as well as independently
• Timeliness and accuracy of all deliverables
• Must convey maturity, experience, and confidence

Compensation: Competitive compensation package including base salary and bonuses