Project Development Engineer - Solar PV

Description

• Support the preparation and submission of utility interconnection applications and permits, as required.
• Prepare project budgets interacting with equipment vendors, contractors and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices and codes.
• Perform system energy modeling and energy estimates using software estimating tools such as PV SYST and SAM.
• Gather key project technical data such as site structure and electrical drawings and site electricity load data and costs.
• Foster effective and positive business relationships with all parties.
• Collaborate with Project Development Managers and Design Engineers to provide project support for development, design, and cost estimation activities.
• Assist Project Development Managers with technical aspects and drawings for proposals, contracts, and customer presentations.
• Conduct site surveys to assess and document site dimensions, electrical systems, PV array location and utility interconnection options.
• Prepare Solar PV site plans and basic electrical one-line diagrams in Auto CAD as part of 30% designs.
• Prepare preliminary PV system designs using software such as Helioscope or Solesca.

Requirements

Ameresco currently has a new opportunity for a Solar PV Project Development Engineer based in Boston, MA. This position requires demonstrated experience in Solar PV development and the design of commercial systems.

• Professional Certifications and/or advanced degree is desirable (PE, CEM, NABCEP, EIT, PMP).
• Bachelor’s degree in related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in residential or commercial Solar PV and/or Energy Storage development.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Excel, Helioscope (or Solesca) and PV SYST.
• Strong interpersonal and team communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in a generally related construction development process including project development, design and engineering, and construction of energy generation projects.
• Basic understanding of NEC and other applicable codes pertaining to commercial Solar PV.
• Familiarity with PV CASE.
• Excellent verbal, written, computer, and technical communication and presentation skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Ameresco challenges the brightest, most talented, and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that fosters initiative and achievement. We are proud of our comprehensive and competitive employee benefits, including people-oriented insurance, investment, and incentive plans.

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