Solar Engineering Manager
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Full Time
Posted August 29, 2025
$135k - $160k
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Job Description
The Engineering Manager will lead the engineering team in the development, design, and construction of commercial and utility-scale solar projects, overseeing technical evaluations, project execution, and coordination with contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering team in the development and execution of solar projects
- Manage technical design, engineering, procurement, and construction processes
- Conduct site analysis, interconnection studies, and system modeling to optimize project performance
- Create permit and construction drawings that meet codes and standards
- Coordinate with third-party engineering firms and ensure quality deliverables
- Specify electrical protection, monitoring, and control schemes for grid stability
- Develop equipment specifications, bills of materials, and scopes of work for procurement and construction
- Review engineering design packages for compliance and quality
- Support construction activities through technical supervision and site inspections
- Review shop drawings, inspect deliveries, and oversee testing and commissioning
- Compile project closeout documentation including as-built drawings and manuals
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering Mechanical, Electrical, Civil
- 7 years of experience in engineering in the renewables industry, with at least 3 years in a leadership management role
- Expertise in solar plant equipment, including PV modules, racking systems, inverters and electrical balance of plants
- Expertise in NEC codes
- NABCEP, PV Installation Professional Certification a plus
- Experience reviewing civil, structural, or electrical engineering design packages
- Proficiency with PVSyst, System Advisory Model SAM programs, AutoCAD, PVcase, ArcGIS, Helioscope, and Aurora Solar is a plus
- Experience managing third-party due diligence studies and energy production estimates
- Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Travel required up to 20%
- Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $135,000 to $160,000 annually
Work flexibility to contribute to work-life balance
Medical benefits
401(k) options
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off policy
Workplace environment that values diversity and inclusion
Supportive and respectful organizational culture
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