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Philadelphia, PA

Solar PV Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

Hirthe Inc

Philadelphia, PA

Solar PV Engineer

Contribute to business development, including identification of key drivers, scoping, proposal development, and relationship management
Assist with solar PV design optimization for cost reduction and performance improvement
Develop technical specifications and scopes of work for engineering firms and contractors, and review Supplier/Vendor data sheets
Provide on-site support for solar PV system commissioning, troubleshooting, power quality site analysis, and remediation
Evaluating future technologies and what benefit they provide to the Acciona business
Assist with Interconnection design and equipment selection
Engineering support during construction, system commissioning and troubleshooting

Los Angeles, CA

Solar Reliability Engineer

Los Angeles, CA

Morar-Padberg

Los Angeles, CA

Solar Reliability Engineer

Diagnose problems with solar electrical components via analyses of data and performance, troubleshooting, and equipment inspections
Lead and conduct internal failure analysis and the RCA process, working closely with Operations and Asset Management personnel
Work with OEM, component manufacturers, and other industry resources to address component problems and improvement opportunities
Develop solutions to component problems pertaining to design details, manufacturing and supplier details, and parts and sub-component considerations
Investigate underperformance issues and develop effective solutions
Provide implementation recommendations and support to Central Maintenance Department regarding component servicing, repair, replacement, and retrofit solutions including work instruction development, preliminary BOM, and preliminary planning
Review safety and quality aspects of component repair and replacement as necessary

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Philadelphia, PA

Solar PV Project Development Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

Brown, Zulauf and Hansen

present

Philadelphia, PA

Solar PV Project Development Engineer

present

Collaborate with Solar PV Project Engineers and Development Managers to provide project support for development, design and cost estimation activities
Assist Project Development Managers with technical aspects of customer presentations
Assist Project Development Managers in writing and preparing exhibits for proposals and contracts
Assist with the preparation of the project cost estimating sheets
Perform system energy modeling and energy estimates using solar design software
Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, codes
Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including Excel

Education Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

University of Tennessee

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Skills Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to represent the company well
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Working knowledge with spreadsheet based financial modeling
Building energy use modeling and simulation experience desirable (e.g. eQuest, DOE2, Trane Trace, Helioscope, PVSyst ASHRAE Modified Bin Analysis)
Energy modeling, PV Specific modeling, standard electrical calculations, basic structural & mechanical calculations
Specifications and SOW writing with MasterSpec
Drafting with AutoCAD

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Solar Performance Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Minimum BS degree in engineering, meteorology, atmospheric physics or closely related subject. Master’s degree with academic project experience related to solar energy or photovoltaic technology preferred
Previous renewable energy modeling experience is essential, preferably of terrestrial photovoltaic systems
Substantial experience with commercial solar modeling programs especially PVSYST, Helioscope, SAM, PVWatts is highly preferred
Proficiency with engineering, mathematical/statistical software and/or programing languages (e.g. MATLAB, Excel VBA)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Project, Word and Outlook and proven ability to learn new software programs
Familiarity with computer graphics (SketchUp, AutoCAD or similar) for shading analysis
3+ years of work experience in either engineering, power generation, solar industry, with material direct experience in solar PV projects preferred
Excellent interpersonal, written, analytical and quantitative skills
Detail-oriented and self-motivated high achiever with ability to multi-task, perform duties in a collaborative working environment
Ability and willingness to travel to projects sites (typically 20%) and when necessary to work overtime on short notice

Principal Solar Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Technical lead for solar PV advisory work, which may include, due diligence reports, site inspections, construction monitoring, yield assessments, performance reviews and site selection/feasibility
Proactively contribute to managing existing key clients and building new clients
Work effectively on several projects concurrently

Senior Owner s Engineer, Solar Resume Examples & Samples

Technical lead supporting negotiation of engineering, procurement, and construction contracts and development of technical exhibits and other project documents
Managing competitive RFP’s for EPC services and leading bid tabulation and technical review
Leading technical due diligence reviews of project acquisition opportunities
Managing and reviewing independent engineering reports and other technical information to support project financing
Acting as primary technical point of contact with independent engineers and financing parties
Representing NRG Energy in investment and procurement negotiations with clients, project developers, suppliers, consultants, utilities and regulatory authorities
B.S. degree in mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering, or related subject - M.S. degree and/or P.E. desirable
6+ years of solar industry experience, including 2+ years of direct experience in solar owner’s engineering or independent engineering roles
Understanding of solar project design and optimization tradeoffs and familiarity with current solar market, equipment suppliers, contractors, typical technical specifications, and costs
Working knowledge of relevant US and IEC equipment standards, codes and construction practices
Detail-oriented and self-motivated with ability to perform in a dynamic and collaborative working environment
Ability and willingness to travel (<20%) and occasionally to work overtime on short notice when necessary

Solar Winds Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Oversee the daily SolarWinds execution and maintain an expert view of the current SolarWinds’s state operations
Interface with Modernization branch to ensure future SolarWinds enhancements or changes continue to provide quality service to the USSOCOM IT customers and do not impact in a negative way the USSOCOM J63’s ability to provision and support SolarWinds services
Oversee the vulnerability and remediation process associated with the SolarWinds service

Service Engineer Power Conversion & Solar Inverter Resume Examples & Samples

Commissioning, inspection & repairing of the Solar inverters (in workshop and on site)
Supervising and engineering for solar package solutions
Promotion and sales activities for spare parts , preventive maintenance kits and maintenance contracts
Provide technical support for ABB Sales team, partners and customers
All field service, repair workshop and solar project activities
Deciding warranty cases according warranty directives and preparing the warranty reports
Giving training to customers, partners etc

Solar PV Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Contribute to proposals and projects for solar resource assessments, energy production estimates, performance assessments of operating projects, siting, performance testing, feasibility studies, new technology evaluation, component modelling, conceptual design, and strategic planning
Assist with solar PV design optimization for cost reduction and performance improvement
Contribute to business development, including identification of key drivers, scoping, proposal development, and relationship management
Solar energy system design and layout
Assist with Interconnection design and equipment selection
Energy production analysis for life cycle of the installation
Engineering support during construction, system commissioning and troubleshooting
Evaluating future technologies and what benefit they provide to the Acciona business
Develop detailed layouts and electrical design packages for solar PV systems that meet all contractual, code, and permitting requirements
Coordinate with civil and structural engineering teams to obtain detailed civil and structural design packages from third party vendors that meet all contractual and permitting requirements
Develop single-line diagrams with required electrical details for solar PV systems in accordance with utility interconnection tariffs / requirements, and local authority requirements as necessary
Coordinate and obtain SCADA designs for solar PV systems from third parties
Develop technical specifications and scopes of work for engineering firms and contractors, and review Supplier/Vendor data sheets
Provide on-site support for solar PV system commissioning, troubleshooting, power quality site analysis, and remediation
Keep up-to-date with current Solar PV technologies, trends and innovation
Trouble shooting and assisting operations on an as required basis
Degree qualified in Electrical and/or Solar PV Engineering or similar tertiary qualification
6+ years’ experience in large-scale (10MW+) solar PV installations
Demonstrate a high-level understanding of large-scale Solar PV installations and operations
Demonstrated experience in performing solar resource assessments and energy production modelling using PVsyst (essential)
Specialty computer skills including GIS, database design, scheduling, Monte Carlo analysis preferred
Experience using CAD software, Microsoft Office suite, especially Word and Excel. Ability to develop Visual Basic macros
Show strong writing and presentation skills
Speaking and understanding Spanish would be beneficial
Flexible to travel as required

Senior Engineer, Utility Scale Solar Resume Examples & Samples

Perform all aspects of solar engineering for development of new and acquisition power generation projects in USA and Canada
Accountable for delivering a turnkey service to the business developers
Responsible for scoping, contracting and managing consultants and contractors when necessary
Work very closely with Procurement department for two-way communication of global solar equipment pricing. Provide cost estimates for new project capital expenditures
Provide and advise on conceptual solar array designs for development projects
Work closely with the Engineer – C&I scale solar to support and cover each other
Work closely with other members of ENGIE NA Technical Services team, especially with the transmission and electrical engineers and project managers for new project development
Gain, capture, and grow solar engineering subject matter expertise in power generation using the Company’s tools and processes in order to increase the experience and the know-how of the Technical Services team
Provide subject matter leadership in solar engineering tasks when subject matter expertise is utilized from contractors, plant personnel, or wider Company’s resources in order to provide streamlined technical service
Share subject matter expertise within the Company’s global organization, and most especially within the Technical Services Team, using effective use of communication and content management system in order to distribute the gained value from each experience and help-build institutional memory in ENGIE North America Technical Services
Liaise with the members of the Engineering and Shared Services teams and utilize the local and global in-house experience and knowledge
Act as a team member with all employees of ENGIE NA and ENGIE Solar staff
Comply with all Engie NA policies and procedures
Ability to carry-out work within a matrix organization
Carry out other duties as assigned
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally
Ability to handle multiple assignments on a timely basis with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to use personal computer, calculator, etc
Could involve some lifting
Bachelor’s degree in relevant Engineering discipline is required, advance degree or PE license is a plus
5-7 years of working experience in designing and building utility scale solar projects

Engineer, With Solar Resume Examples & Samples

Assist the sales staff to screen and qualify the feasibility of energy efficiency and Solar PV opportunities. This will involve attending customer meetings, conducting site trips to collect facility and utility data; and developing and running energy screening models to determine the technical and economic viability of energy efficiency and Solar PV projects
Screening models include: bin analyses, e-Quest, Helioscope, PVSyst and 3D Shading analysis
Develop, define and dimension technically and economically feasible applications by performing preliminary engineering/design, project metering and measurements of critical parameters; and coordinating with external vendors and contractors to develop designs and technical proposals
Conduct feasibility studies for both ground mounted and roof mounted solar PV projects. Work scope includes detailed site inspection, design and develop preliminary and final system layout using helioscope and/or PVSyst and system specs/construction scopes of work, provide design assistance and develop project costs
Be intimately knowledgeable on different solar PV technologies, NEC/UL/IBC/local codes, permitting requirements, project logistics and delivery, Authorities of Jurisdiction codes, utility interconnection requirements and processes
Produce AutoCAD drawings as required for construction
Possess knowledge on rebate application process i.e. NYSERDA
Coordinate a seamless transfer of projects to the Project Manager (PM) for construction management and provide support to the PM, as required, throughout the construction process
5 plus years of experience in HVAC, EMS, central plant design, commercial PV system design, permitting, construction, commissioning and O&M and performing as a lead developer on major energy performance contract (EPC) projects
Experience in providing technical support to a sales force on a range of energy-related projects with accountability for project performance and design
Ability to represent the company well
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Working knowledge with spreadsheet based financial modeling
Energy modeling, PV Specific modeling, standard electrical calculations, basic structural & mechanical calculations
Specifications and SOW writing with MasterSpec
Building energy use modeling and simulation experience desirable (e.g. eQuest, DOE2, Trane Trace, Helioscope, PVSyst ASHRAE Modified Bin Analysis)
Drafting with AutoCAD

Solar Reliability Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Primary responsibility for the reliability of all primary electrical components in EDPR NA’s solar fleet, including, but not limited to, panels, combiner boxes, transformers, and inverters
Diagnose problems with solar electrical components via analyses of data and performance, troubleshooting, and equipment inspections
Lead and conduct internal failure analysis and the RCA process, working closely with Operations and Asset Management personnel
Work with OEM, component manufacturers, and other industry resources to address component problems and improvement opportunities
Develop solutions to component problems pertaining to design details, manufacturing and supplier details, and parts and sub-component considerations
Investigate underperformance issues and develop effective solutions
Provide implementation recommendations and support to Central Maintenance Department regarding component servicing, repair, replacement, and retrofit solutions including work instruction development, preliminary BOM, and preliminary planning
Review safety and quality aspects of component repair and replacement as necessary
Assess risks and provide input on safety and quality control measures
Develop and implement a life-cycle assessment and optimization program for major components
Reliability analysis of major and other key components in order to develop projected failure rates for existing and new turbine technologies, for the purpose of budgeting, financial decision-making, and to develop component manufacturer/build preferences
Work with various internal resources to ensure that proper monitoring, historical data, and analytical programs are in place to achieve departmental tasks and goals
Implement lessons learned and continuous improvement of electrical component processes
3 – 5 years of relevant technical experience, including at least 3 years in the solar energy industry
Thorough practical and technical knowledge of power generation equipment, particularly solar
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Working knowledge of reliability analysis theory and applicable software preferred (Weibull ++, Block Sim, R)
Six Sigma training preferred

Solar PV Project Development Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Collaborate with Solar PV Project Engineers and Development Managers to provide project support for development, design and cost estimation activities
Visit project sites to assess and document site dimensions, electrical systems, PV array location and utility interconnection options
Gather key project technical data such as site structural and electrical drawings and site electricity load data and costs
Prepare Solar PV layouts and Electrical one-line diagrams in Auto CAD
Perform system energy modeling and energy estimates using solar design software
Prepare and submit utility interconnection applications and permits, as required
Assist with the preparation of the project cost estimating sheets
Assist Project Development Managers in writing and preparing exhibits for proposals and contracts
Assist Project Development Managers with technical aspects of customer presentations
Ensure compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, codes

Solar Array Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Conduct mechanical, optical, electrical, and thermal testing on photovoltaic assembly constituent materials
Develop customized tooling necessary to support prototyping and testing of proposed designs
Collaborate with manufacturing and system engineers to ensure acceptable product integration
3+ years of work experience
3+ years of experience in CAD, FEA and GD&T
Familiarity with high volume manufacturing

Solar Array Reliability Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Design and create tests to validate industry leading solar array reliability
Independently manage multiple projects
BS in engineering or science
5+ years of experience in solar array or electronics testing and analysis
3+ years of experience using software tools such as Matlab, Excel, JMP, and Python for data analysis

Senior Solar Array Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Participate in the solar array development process and perform prototype and production reliability testing
Perform root cause analysis on failures
Procure, set-up, and maintain reliability test equipment
Previous work experience with photovoltaic device characterization methods
Previous work experience with photovoltaic assembly reliability tests and standard qualification routines

Senior Engineer, Solar Product Reliability Resume Examples & Samples

Oversee development of DfR processes to ensure reliability of new system/product/process/component design (PV modules, Balance of System components, Materials, inverters, batteries etc.)
Establish and optimize product reliability & performance requirements criteria at design stage through PRD, Reliability Block Diagram modeling, Design/Process FMECA, process flow analysis, tolerance analysis, SPC, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), etc
Work closely with quality, component engineering, testing, manufacturing operations, program management, product development, engineering and other technical teams to integrate functional and reliability specifications, and assist in component/material specification/selection
Devise and implement methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating the reliability and performance of products and processes for Tesla’s solar products
Guide engineers in designing accelerated tests for durability testing of components and systems
Generate predictive lifetime models, Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and reliability calculations to forecast and optimize component and system reliability
Perform and oversee statistical analysis of reliability data to build a thorough physical understanding of long-term degradation rates
Lead or contribute to FMEAs and PFMEAs on new Tesla products
Evaluate impact of engineering and process changes to product reliability
Up to 20% of traveling may be required

Senior Solar PV Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

A degree in an engineering discipline
Experience of working in at least one of our areas of work as laid out above
Experience working on megawatt scale solar plants (PV)

Senior / Principal Solar Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Holding responsibility for project delivery to time, quality and budget
PV modelling software such as PVSyst
Experience of and interest in working on global projects (outside Europe)

Solar PV Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Specific knowledge of solar energy technologies is strongly preferred
Competence with the NEC is strongly preferred
Experience with multiple solar energy projects, and specific experience with all major electrical equipment in a solar power plant preferred
Experience performing related duties in the solar or related energy industry on multiple PV solar projects
Experience designing medium and low voltage power distribution systems
Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly through formal reports, presentations, memoranda and email
Must be able to function equally well in collaborative, multi-discipline teams, and self-directed independent assignments
Must be self-motivated, with an ability to balance multiple projects while working under tight deadlines
Willingness to work in multiple technologies related to renewable energy Experience with utility interconnection procedures and processes a bonus

Solar PV Engineer Resume Examples & Samples

Five years of solar PV design experience
Utility scale projects greater than 2 MW including fixed and tracker
DC and AC (MV and HV preferred) Electrical design experience
Technical Writing Skills for study support (e.g. feasibility, glare hazard)
Experience performing shading studies for both ground mount and rooftop PV systems
Experience performing production estimates using PVSyst
Self-starter willing to take on additional responsibilities as experience and project work dictates

Solar Service Engineer, Dubai, UAE Resume Examples & Samples

Obtain knowledge and proficiency in ABB solar inverters
Supervision of installation of inverters
Testing and commissioning of ABB string/central inverters
Customer training, technical support (on site and remote)
Visit the Customer sites, study the technical specs and support sales on technical aspects
Support Project Managers in issuing claims (new scope of work, cost impact, time impact, risk quantifications etc.)
Ensure coordination with feeder factories
Ensure health and safety practices followed as per ABB guidelines
Carry out SOT (Safety observation tours)
Ensure right service to customers and customer satisfaction. Ensure closure of site successfully

Project Engineer, Solar PV Energy Resume Examples & Samples

Serving as the project engineer for large commercial and utility scale PV System projects
Creating preliminary layouts and design packages for ground mount, rooftop, and canopy PV systems
Working with Structural, Civil, and Electrical engineers on preparing code-compliant detailed designs and plan sets
Generating permit and Issue for Construction (IFC) submittal packages
Preparing detailed Bill of Materials and Project Schedules
Analyzing construction methods and developing detailed PV system cost estimates
B.S. in Electrical Engineering is preferred
Professional engineering license is preferred
Wind power engineering and experience is a plus
Experience preferably with commercial/utility projects