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Design Engineer Mechanical Engineering

1st Avenue Power
Los Angeles, California
Full Time
Posted October 17, 2025
$120k - $145k
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Job Description

The Design Engineer at 1st Avenue Power will lead the development, design, validation, and certification of large-scale solar PV systems, ensuring compliance and optimizing performance to support the company's mission of delivering affordable, reliable, and equitable clean energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and apply structural product load requirements based on data interpretation.
  • Provide structural engineering support and serve as a technical resource for internal projects.
  • Support the full product development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, and iterative improvements.
  • Create CAD designs, drafts, and optimize site layouts and electrical schematics for utility-scale PV projects.
  • Conduct testing, validation, and troubleshooting of solar PV systems in lab, field, and performance environments.
  • Support sourcing, procurement, and certification processes, including compliance documentation.
  • Perform site layout preparations and collaborate with cross-functional teams across development, finance, procurement, and EPC.
  • Stay current with industry standards, regulations, and certification practices, including UL-2703.
  • Conduct field testing on construction sites and produce testing reports.

Requirements

  • Current California Structural Civil Professional Engineer (PE) license with an active stamp.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD with the ability to create site layouts, plans, and detailed design drawings.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, Electrical, Mechanical, or Renewable Energy Engineering.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to lead cross-disciplinary teams.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation package (salary range $120,000 - $145,000 USD)
Remote work flexibility
Health insurance with 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan
Dental and vision insurance with 50% of employee premiums covered
Retirement plan (401(k)) with a 6% employer match

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