Solar Engineer

Posted 05 January 2026
LocationStamford
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering and Renewables

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Solar Designer – C&I to support the design and development of commercial and industrial solar PV projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in PV system design, a solid understanding of C&I electrical infrastructure, and experience working across project development, engineering, and construction teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design rooftop, ground-mounted, and carport solar PV systems for C&I clients

  • Develop preliminary and detailed system layouts, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and electrical designs

  • Perform site feasibility assessments, shading analysis, and energy yield simulations

  • Optimize system designs for performance, cost, constructability, and code compliance

  • Prepare design packages for permitting, interconnection, and construction

  • Coordinate with sales, project managers, engineers, and external stakeholders

  • Ensure designs comply with local AHJs, NEC, utility requirements, and applicable codes

  • Support value engineering, equipment selection, and technical due diligence

  • Provide technical support during construction and commissioning as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

  • 2+ years of experience designing commercial & industrial solar PV systems

  • Strong knowledge of C&I electrical systems, including 3-phase power

  • Proficiency with solar design tools such as AutoCAD, Aurora, HelioScope, PVsyst, or similar

  • Solid understanding of NEC, interconnection standards, and permitting processes

  • Experience with rooftop structural considerations and electrical layouts

  • Ability to interpret utility bills, load profiles, and site constraints

Preferred Qualifications

  • NABCEP Certification (PV Design or PV Professional)

  • Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) in C&I applications

  • Familiarity with utility-scale interconnection studies and utility coordination

  • Experience supporting EPC or developer-led project teams

Apply now!