Solar Drafter

Role: Solar Drafter

***Remote Role Must be Based in California***

As a Solar Drafter, you will transform initial solar PV system concepts into fully detailed, construction-ready designs. You will work on a variety of residential and commercial solar projects, maintaining a steady pipeline of diverse designs. You will collaborate with Sales Consultants, AHJs, LPCs, and customers to create efficient, customer-focused solutions while adhering to standard practices. This role requires a balance of technical expertise, creativity, and effective communication.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering efforts for residential and commercial solar projects.
• Verify initial system layouts and gear locations specified by sales personnel.
• Complete system designs for PV projects, including site plans, mechanical racking and attachment plans, single-line electrical drawings, BOS location specifications, interconnection details, and labeling.
• Provide streamlined project information and detailed bills of materials to procurement managers.
• Support operations, service, and sales departments with engineering expertise as needed.
• Understand optimal design applications and limitations of standard products and evaluate alternate products.

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• At least 1 year of design or engineering experience related to renewable energy is preferred.
• Additional experience with estimating or designing electrical systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is mandatory.
• Competence in PVSyst and Helioscope is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• A BS degree in Mechanical Engineering (ME), Electrical Engineering (EE), or a related discipline is preferred.
• Knowledge of photovoltaic systems, NEC requirements, and construction practices.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Willingness to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.