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Senior Solar Designer, Engineering

Bluewave

The Role

Overview

Design & draft utility-scale solar & storage projects, lead layouts, optimize performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • autocad layouts
  • construction details
  • yield optimization
  • drawing generation
  • quality control
  • bom generation

Tasks

-Leading discussions with Development Engineers and senior designers to produce AutoCAD layouts and design packages -Providing civil and electrical construction details for PV and BESS systems -Working independently as well as with a team to meet established deadlines -Provide expected yield and production optimization ideas at various stages of design development -Generating drawings that are in line with company drawing standards and templates -Following quality control procedures for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance -Generating Bill of Materials from CAD drawing

Requirements

  • pvsyst
  • helioscope
  • autocad
  • nabcep
  • engineering degree
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-25%-30% travel expected to project sites as needed. -Proficiency with MS Office applications Experience with production estimation tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, PVCase, etc. -NABCEP Certification -Advanced understanding of electrical plans, diagrams, and terminology -Experience designing utility scale projects in PV, Storage or Cogen facilities -2-year AAS degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting or equivalent with additional experience in place of the above -Willingness to learn and grow technically -Being proactive when communicating with the team -Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills -Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D -5+ years of drafting/design experience in the solar PV or renewable industry -Construction Management experience -Bachelor’s degree in Engineering -High voltage/substation experience -Superb problem solving and critical thinking skills -Familiarity with civil and grading design -Advanced knowledge of solar PV designs and layout considerations

The Company

About Bluewave

-Helping homeowners and businesses reduce their carbon footprint. -With a focus on innovation and sustainability, BlueWave has become a recognized name in solar energy. -The company offers comprehensive solar power systems, from design to installation and ongoing maintenance. -Specializing in both residential and commercial solar applications. -BlueWave tailors solutions to a wide range of clients. -BlueWave has successfully completed numerous large-scale solar projects, driving the clean energy transition. -With a team of skilled professionals, the company emphasizes quality, customer satisfaction, and cost-effective energy solutions. -Its projects include residential rooftop installations, large commercial solar farms, and customized energy solutions for unique client needs.

Sector Specialisms

Solar

Energy Storage

Utility-scale Solar

Battery Storage

Agrivoltaics

Floatovoltaics

Community Solar

Renewable Energy Development