Development Engineer III

extra parental leave
Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Full time
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
Work from: 
Colorado (USA), Illinois (USA), Maryland (USA)

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Four-year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university, focusing on electrical, mechanical, or energy engineering., At least 4 years of experience in community and utility-scale solar PV projects., Knowledge of photovoltaic system design, relevant codes, and site diligence evaluation., Proficiency with AutoCAD, PVsyst, and related design software..

Key responsibilities:

  • Design and draft solar PV and storage projects across civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical disciplines.
  • Generate electrical diagrams and performance models, review equipment and bids.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, review technical reports, and ensure compliance with utility and regulatory requirements.

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Pivot Energy SME https://pivotenergy.net/
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Job description

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Development Engineer III will engage in solar PV and energy storage design engineering, supporting the development and construction of community and utilityscale solar and storage systems ranging in scale from 1MWac to 10MWac. Daytoday tasks include designing and drafting, energy performance modeling, equipment review and selection, utility and AHJ coordination, and coordination with thirdparty engineering consultants. The Development Engineer III will take a technical lead role in a particular market or markets, completing daytoday tasks relatively independently, with only occasional supervision and support.

This position demands excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with both technical and nontechnical audiences. The position will include frequent external interaction and requires a high degree of professionalism.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual looking to launch their career in the growing renewables industry.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Design community and utilityscale solar PV and storage projects, including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical aspects, utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, PVCase, and other design tools.
  • Generate and review singleline and 3line electrical diagrams for solar, solar + storage, and standalone storage applications.
  • Generate performance analysis models utilizing PVSyst.
  • Complete electrical calculations for development stage designs
  • Conduct peer reviews of deliverables for engineering team members
  • Advise & guide less experienced engineering team members
  • Conduct environmental and constructability diligence reviews for prospective project sites.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and equipment manufacturers to advance designs.
  • Review and approve equipment vendors and products for inclusion in projects.
  • Solicit and review equipment bids in support of equipment selection
  • Create and maintain project documentation related to project design, development, and performance.
  • Coordinate with internal project development and project management teams on design requirements and project scheduling.
  • Review and interpret technical reports and studies prepared by consultants to determine impacts on projects.
  • Review and interpret utility and AHJ requirements for interconnection, zoning, and permitting.
  • Conduct site visits to prospective project locations for feasibility assessments, as needed.
  • Facilitate feedback and lessons learned to improve company and engineering team processes.

  • REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
  • Fouryear engineering degree from an ABETaccredited university; electrical, mechanical, or energy focus acceptable.
  • A minimum of 4+ years of experience with community and utilityscale solar PV
  • Knowledge of photovoltaic system design, National Electric Code, International Fire Code, and other relevant building codes
  • Ability to evaluate site diligence documents such as geotechnical reports, Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I & II), endangered species reports, ALTA and topographic surveys, and wetland delineations for design impacts.
  • Familiarity with civil site design practices for solar, including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and site grading
  • Knowledge of utility processes and requirements for interconnection to distribution and transmission systems
  • Knowledge of a 3phase AC electrical system design
  • Knowledge of Medium Voltage distribution equipment and design
  • Operational knowledge of AutoCAD, PVsyst, and related PV design software
  • Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing programs
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building trust and rapport
  • Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
  • Passion to learn new things through selfstudy and structured settings

  • PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
  • E.I.T. certification or PE license is a plus
  • NABCEP PV Installation Professional, PV Design Specialist, or PV Associate a plus
  • Operational knowledge of energy storage controls andor modeling software
  • Recruitment Agency Notice:
    We appreciate your interest in partnering with us; however, we are not seeking recruitment agency support for this role.

    ABOUT PIVOT

    Pivot Energy is a national renewable energy provider that develops, finances, builds, owns, and manages solar and energy storage projects that help decarbonize our nation’s electricity, increase equitable access to clean energy for local communities, and provide real costsavings to American businesses and
    families.
    We are fiercely dedicated to accelerating the rapid transition taking place in the energy industry to a more decentralized and cleaner approach to power generation. We are committed to positively contributing to the local communities and people we serve with more than clean energy. We believe global warming poses an existential threat to our planet and that we have a responsibility to help mitigate the threat. Our portfolio includes projects that reduce energy burden for incomelimited families, create workforce pathways for underrepresented groups within the solar industry, and include robust community investment opportunities.
    As a Certified B Corporation and one of Denver’s “Best Places to Work”, we believe that company success is driven by a healthy environment, thriving society, and workplace where all individuals are respected. We evaluate every internal decision on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors to determine if our actions will result in a net positive impact on the community, our employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. Learn more in our annual ESG Report.
    At Pivot, our core values guide our work internally and externally:
    · Impact – We hold ourselves accountable to having a measurable impact on our people, communities, and the planet
    · Balance – Put family first; work hardhave fun
    · Determination – Find ways to be successful no matter how difficult the challenge
    · Professionalism – Impress everyone we touch, be a team player
    · Honesty – Be truthful and transparent, externally and internally
    · Kindness – Create an environment where kindness, empathy, and vulnerability are embraced
    DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION and JUSTICE STATEMENT
    At Pivot, we are proactively developing and maintaining an inclusive culture, rooted in mutual respect, that supports a workforce of different generations, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, ability statuses, religions, and cultures to work collaboratively together for greater impact. We seek to build a team that invests in relationship building, celebrates each other’s successes, and makes space for the unique contributions and working styles people bring into Pivot.
    Pivot invests in companywide trainings, assessments, and programs to advance internal inclusion and equity practices, such as employee allyship building, crosscultural communications, and equitable hiring and management protocols to increasingly recognize bias and ensure mutual respect and belonging.
    EEO STATEMENT
    Pivot Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce. We actively work to cultivate an inclusive culture that welcomes, empowers, and enables equitable career growth for employees regardless of background.


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    Experience

    Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
    Spoken language(s):
    English
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    Hard Skills

    Thermal Energy StoragePVsystAutoCADPhotovoltaic SystemsElectrical CodesCivil Site DesignElectric Power SystemsPhase I Environmental Site AssessmentPhotovoltaic SystemsElectric Power SystemsSolar Consulting

    Other Skills

    • Word Processing
    • Social Skills
    • Communication
    • Problem Solving
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