PV Design Engineer - Utility Solar

PV Design Engineer leads project design activities, ensuring high-quality, compliant and optimized engineering deliverables. This role creates and manages utility-scale layouts, design details & energy modeling, refines standards, and collaborates cross-functionally with varies departments to support project success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D, PVCase, PVSyst, Excel and SAM to create Utility-scale design packages including layouts, SLD/3LD, wire take-offs, AC/DC groupings, voltage drop calculations, and 3D models for energy modeling.
• Lead and review design deliverables across project portfolios, ensuring quality control and adherence to CS Energy and client standards and specifications.
• Review project RFPs, SOWs, technical specs, interconnection documents, LV and MV equipment selections, vendor drawings, and quotes to guide technical direction in designs.
• Equipped with advanced knowledge of electrical design specific to Utility scale PV projects, with a strong understanding of civil and structural engineering concepts related to project designs.
• Review existing design, evaluate performance, and provide value engineering options. Implement best practices by enhancing existing design standards, checklists, and engineering tools.
• Conduct LCOE analyses and optimize designs for cost, schedule, and constructability.
• Collaborate with procurement, business development, and operation teams to align designs with project goals.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly via emails, meeting notes, and clarifications.
• Manage and maintain design document organization, ensuring folder structure and naming conventions are followed.
• Attend internal and external meetings, represent the team, and promote company core values.

• Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D, PVSyst, Excel and SAM. PVcase is a plus.
• Strong foundation in electrical design. Strong civil and structural knowledge is a plus.
• Skilled in reviewing and validating internal and external designs, demonstrating strong critical thinking and attention to details.
• Familiarity with NEC standards, solar PV industry best practices, and design optimization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple project deliverables and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

*All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment must take a pre-employment drug test and receive a negative result as a condition of hire.

* An offer of employment is conditioned upon complying with CS Energy's requirements including, but not limited to, signing a separate disclosure and consent form prior to any background check.

* Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

* CS Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters and/or third parties in response to our job postings. Any unsolicited resumes become property of CS Energy and we reserve the right to pursue and hire any such candidate.

ABOUT US

CS Energy is an industry-leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) renewable energy company that develops, designs and builds optimized solar, energy storage, and emerging energy projects. CS Energy has successfully designed and installed over 2 GW of solar and 650 MWh of energy storage projects across the United States. Owned by American Securities, a leading US private equity firm, CS Energy leverages strong relationships with solar developers, IPPs, utilities, off-takers, suppliers, and landowners to help our customers streamline the project development process, lower project costs, and create value for all stakeholders as a trusted long-term partner. 

CS Energy has achieved its success through attracting and retaining highly talented and motivated individuals who are passionate about the company’s success. We recognize the value of diversity and are committed to protecting, training, enriching, and empowering our team members as they grow their careers in the renewable energy space.

We work hard, are mindful of our social and environmental responsibilities, and continuously give back to our local communities. Our commitment is based on the following principles: safety, quality, integrity, collaboration, expertise, and diversity. We are proud to be continually awarded as a great place to work by nationally recognized programs based on employee feedback.

CS Energy provides great benefits to our valued employees.

• Competitive Salaries

• Discretionary Bonus Program
• Field Weekend Pay Program
• Project Incentive Bonus Program (based on position eligibility)
• Per-diem Program for Field Employees ((based on eligibility)
• Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card Program (based on position eligibility)
• 401K Programs with Employer Matching
• Medical & Dental Benefits (Plan options 100% paid by employers), and Vision Plans
• Access to HSA with Employer Contribution
• Paid Referral Program
• Access to FSA - Health & Dependent Care
• Access to Short Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Student Loan Benefit Program

CS Energy does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

CS Energy is an equal opportunity employer.