NextWave Partners is currently engaged with a C&I Solar Developer that is growing at a rapid pace and looking for a Development Engineer to join the team and help advance their growth.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate technical ownership of responsible projects in development
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of the Company’s technical design standards and methodologies
• Perform project feasibility studies
• Identify technical constraints associated with proposals
• Effectively represent company while performing technical site visits
• Create accurate and timely system performance models in PVsyst and Helioscope
• Evaluate and select equipment to optimize system economics, functionality, reliability, and safety
• Create preliminary drawings including system layouts, site plans and one lines in AutoCAD
• Compile engineering submittals for proposals
• Perform cost/benefit analysis of design and technology variants to optimize economic and performance outcomes
• Bid and manage outside engineering consultants
• Develop site constraint plans using civil, environmental, & interconnection considerations
• Continually seek new equipment and design methodologies for PV systems
• Develop and update design tools and guides

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Structural, or Mechanical)
• Proven working experience as a project, sales or development engineer for 4 or more years in the solar PV industry
• Understanding of the NEC, IBC, IFC, and other relevant electrical & building codes as they pertain to solar PV design
• Strong understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans
• PV system performance modeling in PVsyst or Helioscope
• Software experience: Google SketchUp, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, ArcGIS (or similar)
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well with others in a collaborative team environment
• Honest, reliable, self-aware and conscientious
• Strong Planning, organization and prioritization skills
• Currently holds or is in the process of obtaining NABCEP Certification

Reaching Out 

For a confidential discussion on this or any other opportunities available in the market, please contact Silas Mähner at silas.mahner@next-wavepartners.com or +1 (929) 295-6707 (Direct Line)