JOB SUMMARY

As the Senior Design Engineer within an EPC, you will design the most efficient utility scale (1MW to 20MW) photovoltaic system which meets the customer specifications while being constructable and cost efficient. You will optimize project cost and asset value though iteration of creating layouts and production models, incorporate major material selection into the project cost models, then maintain and update production model as needed from IFC through Final Performance Testing.

TEAM RELATIONSHIPS

The Senior Design Engineer reports directly to the Director of Project Engineering and works closely with other key staff including preconstruction, supply chain, project management, and other engineers including electrical, civil, and project engineers.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates, iterates, maintains, and updates accurate system performance models using PV Case and PVsyst
• Proactively makes improvement recommendations on system design, layout, production, procurement, and engineering
• Reviews performance testing documentation and validates performance estimates; leads root cause identification and resolution to correct underperformance
• Performs value engineering and analysis for energy model production and installation costs including select equipment to optimize system economics, functionality, reliability, constructability, and safety
• Develops and progresses PV system layouts using civil, environmental, permitting, and interconnection considerations
• Develops and maintains ST EPC energy modeling and design standards
• Fills in as project engineer as needed

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree required: bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, electrical, structural, or mechanical) or related field is required
• Expert-level, demonstrated PV system performance modeling using PVsyst, PV Case, and AutoCAD
• Thorough understanding of PV project performance testing standards and methods
• A minimum three years’ experience in utility scale solar PV system design or related field required
• Strong understanding of physical, electrical, and structural construction plans and the relevant electrical & building codes as they pertain to solar PV design
• Strong planning, organization, proactive work, and prioritization skills

Review of Applications will begin on June 2, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

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Sun Tribe is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or belief.

About Sun Tribe

With nearly 80 employees, over 100 projects completed or under development, and an award-winning track record of innovation and implementation, Sun Tribe is one of the fastest growing clean energy companies in the Mid-Atlantic United States. Thanks to an experienced, in-house team of development, engineering, financial, regulatory, procurement, and construction experts, Sun Tribe serves as a comprehensive energy advisory and delivery company for our client-partners.

Whether building the first solar array to sit on an abandoned coal mine in Virginia’s history, powering the first 100 percent solar school district east of the Mississippi, installing solar on flagship state government buildings, or working with Fortune 200 companies to help meet their sustainability goals, Sun Tribe specializes in creating a brighter energy future through long-lasting, sustainable partnerships.

Learn more about Sun Tribe at www.suntribesolar.com.

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Sun Tribe’s Commitment to Professional Growth

When it comes to choosing a career path, our team is proud of the work we do, but building and promoting clean energy in our communities is only part of the reason we choose to work at Sun Tribe. In our team, each Sun Triber is focused on supporting each other, both professionally and personally, so we can all contribute to a positive and fun work environment where solar development is our passion.

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At Sun Tribe, we seek team members that are looking to grow and become the best version of themselves. That’s why we take the time to get to know you, your career aspirations, and your life goals.

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