[Remote] Design Engineer, PV Systems - Remote, US

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bowman Consulting is a company focused on creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive. They are seeking a Design Engineer for PV Systems to efficiently execute drafting and analysis for utility and commercial scale PV design projects, collaborating with engineers and project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution
• Receive direction as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions
• Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement
• Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships
• Participate in the design and development of electrical plan sets, including site layouts and equipment details
• Learn and enhance plan-set templates, standards, and best practices
• Draft equipment layouts, installation details, and single-line diagrams (PV, MV, Auxiliary Power, Monitoring, etc.)
• Coordinate with design engineers and collaborate with sub-consultants as needed
• Coordinate the design of interconnections with licensed Engineers
• Identify issues on projects and collaborate with the client, co-workers, and others to execute effective solutions
• Interact with team members, clients, vendors, installation contractors, and others to create efficient and cohesive designs
• Generate Single Line Diagrams under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineers
• Report the status of progress on each project to Senior Managers on a weekly or daily basis as needed
• Attend weekly management meetings
• Appropriately request technical support as needed on projects and keep on schedule
• Occasionally provide estimates of time to perform tasks
• Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and procedures
• Communicate effectively with engineers, project manager, and the client
• Conduct field observations visits to accurately document the existing field conditions
• Organize/prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential efficient manner
• Complete electrical calculations under the supervision of Sr. Design engineers
• Accurately produce the project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget
• Attend coordination and design meetings, as needed
• Address comments from clients, AHJ's & other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineer
• If directed, review all project related construction administrative items (shop drawings, RFI's, construction submittals)
• Work within established project budgets
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all codes applicable to the discipline
• Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD software

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment
• Entry level position, no prior experience required
• High proficiency in AutoCAD required
• Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Two or more (2+) years of relevant experience in the Solar PV industry
• NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional
• Experience with PV system modeling software such as PVsyst, Helioscope and/or Homer
• Ability to perform shading analyses
• Energy storage system design experience

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

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