Job description
Design Manager – Solar
The Company is looking for motivated individuals with senior PV design and installation experience.
Technical experience with a business-oriented mindset will be the most successful candidate.
Responsibilities :
- Provide pre-sales support to evaluate project feasibility and develop preliminary designs to support
sales efforts and project bids.
Assist the sales team in understanding the engineering impacts of site specific or customer specificrequirements, preparing cost estimates and technical proposals. Assist with contract review and
negotiation in terms of engineering, testing or monitoring requirements
Develop designs for solar electric systems meeting all national / state / local codes and customerdefined requirements.
Design, analyze, and develop photovoltaic projects / systems, including the selection of systemcomponents and specifications, and the generation of CAD layouts, electrical diagrams, and
compelling proposal documents
Coordinate and validate required technical documents (electrical, structural, site plan drawings andrelated documents)
Assist in developing project schedules, budgets, energy models, scopes of work, and standardsRefine and document processes which the company follows in the design and engineering of PVsystems, including development of Best Practices
Complete technical evaluation of the BOS componentsCoordinate bill of materials development and supplier recommendations.Assist purchasing manager to understand and evaluate various products from anengineering / technical standpoint. Periodically meet with vendors to learn about the technical
aspects of their products
Review customer supplied drawings for proper engineering interface and utility interconnectionIdentify, prioritize, schedule project / design initiatives; drive execution of activities.Assist project managers and construction managers with the successful completion of projects andparticipate in the resolution of field related issues that require engineering input
Identify, evaluate, and direct the technical activities of project specific sub-contractors andconsultants.
Provide technical input and establish procedures in development of site permitting andinterconnection requirements.
Quality check of execution of solar power systemEvaluate project results and performance to implement internal continuous improvement measures.Prepare monthly reports and timely written communication on design / project activities.Desired Skills & Experience
Educational Qualification : Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringMinimum experience :o 5+ years of Commercial / Utility PV system design.
o MW Scale experience is required,
o AC side design experience upto 220 KV.
o kW scale experience is a plus.
Software Proficiency : Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD, PVSyst, MS OfficeUp to date with current technology trends in PV industryShould possess good knowledge of international codes & standardsMust possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)Motivated to learn new skill sets and expand knowledge baseWillingness to travel