Solar Design Engineer Resume Samples

A Solar Design Engineer is accountable for designing solar energy systems and installations for residential, commercial, or industrial projects. Major roles and responsibilities described on the Solar Design Engineer Resume include some or all of the following – conducting site assessments, analyzing energy requirements, and designing photovoltaic systems to optimize energy production and efficiency. They use CAD software to create detailed drawings and layouts of solar panel arrays, electrical components, and support structures. The job description entails ensuring the solar design meets technical specifications, code requirements, and client expectations.

To ensure success in this field, the following skills are needed – expertise in solar energy technologies, electrical systems, and renewable energy principles; knowledge of PV system design, performance modeling, and solar irradiance analysis; and the ability to adhere to industry standards and regulations. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field is typically required for entry into this role. Professional certifications enhance qualifications for Solar Design Engineer positions.

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Solar Design Engineer Resume

Objective : As a Solar Design Engineer, produced a rooftop or ground-mount photovoltaic layout using Aurora, BrightPath, and/or Everbright while taking into consideration external requirements and preference, identified any factors that may affect the scope of work including project cost, installation complexity and feasibility.

Skills : Solar PV System Design (Residential, Commercial, Utility-Scale), Electrical Load Calculation and Energy Modeling., Solar panel design, PV system modeling

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Description :

  1. Created and maintained Construction plans using AutoCAD and internal design tools that are compliant with Municipality and Utility requirements.
  2. Versa tiled to the extent that any project in any region of the country can be handled without supervision of work.
  3. Understood of code to be able to be utilized by Electrical Application Engineering Team, when called upon, to work through pilot projects.
  4. Determined the optimal point of interconnection based on existing electrical infrastructure and conditions, with an eye for ease of installation.
  5. Completed electrical load calculations to determine the feasibility of various electrical scopes of work.
  6. Managed a regional pipeline of Construction Engineering tasks, including new projects, revisions to existing projects, and tickets.
  7. Worked closely with Regional Branches to establish rapport and a direct line of communication between Engineering and Field Operations.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
B.E. in Electrical Engineer


Solar Design Engineer Resume

Objective : As a Solar Design Engineer, reviewed & familiarized self with AHJ specific requirements for project installation, worked with Sales & Operations on necessary revisions and/or change orders based on site conditions or customer requests not included within their sales contract.

Skills : Grid-tie and off-grid system design, PowerPoint, Solar panel design, PV system modeling, Photovoltaic (PV) System Design

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Description :

  1. Ensured that appropriate safety precautions were taken in all circumstances and at all times.
  2. Worked with confidential information and understood the critical nature of privacy.
  3. Worked well under pressure and deadlines.
  4. Worked well with a variety of software packages across multiple computing platforms.
  5. Completed job-related paperwork and submit in an orderly timely manner to appropriate individual.
  6. Followed all Solarity policies, evaluated non-conforming components reported by vendor
  7. Implemented design and documentation changes as required.
Years of Experience
Experience
2-5 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
B.E. in Electrical Engineer


Solar Design Engineer Resume

Headline : As a Solar Design Engineer, inspected work of contractors and subcontractors to ensure projects conform to safety, quality, plans, specifications, schedules, or budgets, provided technical assistance to electricians, installers, technicians, or other professionals in areas such as solar, electrical systems, and mechanical systems.

Skills : MATLAB, Simulink, Electrical design and load calculations, Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD

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Description :

  1. Identified means to reduce costs, minimize risks, or increase efficiency of projects.
  2. Performed start-up of systems for testing or customer implementation.
  3. Assessed system performance or functionality at the system, subsystem, and component levels.
  4. Visited customer sites to determine system needs, requirements, or specifications.
  5. Built client confidence in company and customer satisfaction.
  6. Arranged daily transportation to assigned work locations.
  7. Ensured company policies are being followed and safety is the primary guiding principle.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
Cert. Solar Energy Tech

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Headline : As a Solar Design Engineer, performed value engineering during design process, followed Solarity technical standards during specification process, updated documents per redlines to as-built conditions.

Skills : Renewable Energy Regulations and Permitting, PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, SketchUp., Solar panel design

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Description :

  1. Continued Education to maintain active knowledge of current standards and practices within the solar industry and relevant codes along with maintenance of certifications.
  2. Became expert in customers individual contract inclusionsexclusions and ensure that all required items are met throughout the project lifecycle.
  3. Updated customer as to necessary revisions andor change orders based on AHJ EDC specific requirements not included within their sales contract.
  4. Documented customer interactions and maintain records of all calls, e-mails, conversations, and other forms of communication relating to projects.
  5. Assessed potential installation sites to determine feasibility and design requirements, evaluate provided designs for technical flaws or cost savings improvements.
  6. Communicated to customers on the companys behalf and enforce company standardspolicy while maintaining a positive relationship with the customer throughout the experience.
  7. Contributed with conceptual budgeting, bid preparation, client proposals, final estimates and cost analysis.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
M.Eng. Sustainable Energy

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Headline : As a Solar Design Engineer, performed site assessments & surveys for complex locations that exceed the capabilities of survey teams, assisted sales team with remote technical support and onsite support as needed, assisted with the creation of detailed Scope of Work Statements as needed for subcontractors.

Skills : PVsyst, Helioscope, AutoCAD, and SketchUp

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Description :

  1. Completed technical analysis of utility bills and demand data to determine savings data and appropriate system sizing.
  2. Traveled as necessary to perform job related functions that require being in the field.
  3. Performed computer simulations of PV system performance and energy production to optimize efficiency.
  4. Imported site specific data to CAD from Drone to create accurate layouts.
  5. Provided technical support andor direction to installation teams during as necessary.
  6. Provided exact GPS coordinate locations for pile installations on ground mounted systems.
  7. Provided additional engineering specifications for ancillary services sold in conjunction with PV Systems, such as service upgrades, generators, demand mitigation systems.
Years of Experience
Experience
5-7 Years
Experience Level
Level
Executive
Education
Education
B.E. in Electrical Engineer

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Summary : As a Solar Design Engineer, improved design data workflows using advanced CAD/Office functions and macros, interfaced well with employees across disciplines at all levels, drove safely obeying all laws and Solarity polices, wore/utilized personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Skills : Grid Interconnection and Utility Coordination, Project Management and Client Communication., Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD, Electrical engineering

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Description :

  1. Provided design specifications for commercial and utility-scale PV Systems using various types of renewable technologies and products.
  2. Created single-line and three-line drawings as necessary, including monitoring and communication systems.
  3. Performed design calculations related to string sizing, voltage drop, current capacity, overcurrent protection, and wire sizing.
  4. Designed systems that will pass all required applications and inspections. 
  5. Performed structural analysis on buildings to determine load-bearing capacity.
  6. Worked without outside engineering firms to get drawings stamped as necessary.
  7. Worked with outside engineering firms for the preparation of civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, erosion sediment control plans, and other necessary services outside of in-house engineering capabilities for projects.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Summary : As a Solar Design Engineer, interfaced with clients, contractors, and vendors on technical issues, observed safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions and use equipment and materials properly, performed greenfield site visits, generate due diligence and fatal flaw analysis reports.

Skills : Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD

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Description :

  1. Performed preliminary resource assessments and energy modeling using PVSyst, Helioscope, SAM.
  2. Selected optimal equipment and generate procurement BOMs.
  3. Generated robust preliminary design packages, including site improvements, layout, substation, one-line diagrams, loss calculations and cable schedules.
  4. Provided interconnection due diligence and perform required study calculations.
  5. Performed full detailed electrical designs and layouts, coordinate with civilstructural teams to prepare full construction design packages.
  6. Reviewed and responded to contractor submittals, RFIs and IE reports.
  7. Reviewed and responded to post-commissioning data, performance and warranty claims.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
Diploma Solar Energy

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Summary : As a Solar Design Engineer, created of electrical single line and three-line diagrams, shadowed subject matter experts to increase knowledge base for design and construction projects, acted in a way and use the company's core values to guide your day-to-day decision making to build upon company culture.

Skills : Cost Estimation, Budgeting, Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD, Solar energy analysis

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Description :

  1. Performed responsibilities above and beyond your specific role within the company when needed or identified as needed to further assist in company goals and objectives.
  2. Performed engineering analysis and design of solar power-related projects, including a range of activities from pre-development scoping through post-commissioning QAQC, supporting a multi-gigawatt pipeline of commercial and utility-scale PV projects. 
  3. Designed of solar power systems from panel to the utility connection. 
  4. Performed designs on solar and other renewable projects from conception to completion.
  5. Assisted with power production analyses.
  6. Performed cost estimates of new work.
  7. Reviewed shop drawings and other vendor documentation for conformity with specifications.
Years of Experience
Experience
7-10 Years
Experience Level
Level
Management
Education
Education
B.S. Physics

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Summary : As a Solar Design Engineer, communicated among construction, technical and non-technical personnel, both internally and outside the company, worked with AutoCAD with an understanding of layer control, dimensioning and scaling, sheet sets, blocks, xrefs, line weights, plot files, and file transmission.

Skills : Photovoltaic (PV) System Design, Electrical Engineering, Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD, Solar energy analysis

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Description :

  1. Created of civil, electrical, and structural development plan sets in CAD and coordination with subject matter experts to incorporate updates.
  2. Preparated of standard details in CAD and coordination with subject matter experts and field teams to develop efficient processes.
  3. Created of CAD templates for various design packages and documentation of CAD standards for NAR.
  4. Developed solar layouts in PVCase and creating PVSyst energy modeling reports with the assistance of a solar design engineer.
  5. Created of as-built drawings and documentation to close out construction projects.
  6. Coordinated with the BIM team to 3D model CAD designs.
  7. Earth worked analysis and preliminary grading design for sites using Civil3D.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
M.S. Energy Management

Solar Design Engineer Resume

Summary : As a Solar Design Engineer, completed all job duties for projects including EV Chargers and Ground Mounts, completed all job duties for projects including Batteries and Shade Structures, and light Commercial buildings, participated in new product pilots to establish Engineering best practices and create SOPs.

Skills : Solar Design Software, Energy Production Modeling, Solar panel design, PV system modeling, AutoCAD, Electrical engineering

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Description :

  1. Designed and engineered commercial PV solar or BESS systems size at 50MW or higher.
  2. Prepared construction drawings using AutoCAD.
  3. Coordinated activities between clients, utilities, permit agencies, contractors, and other engineering firms.
  4. Participated in the Construction Administration phase of projects by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals and performing site visits as needed.
  5. Managed time efficiently across multiple projects.
  6. Reduced complexity of projectstasks within their team to increase efficiency.
  7. Ensured compliance with company, industry, trade, and jurisdictional safety standards, practices, and codes.
Years of Experience
Experience
10+ Years
Experience Level
Level
Senior
Education
Education
B.S. Civil Engineering