Nenni and Associates · 1 month ago
Solar Project Development Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expNenni and Associates is a leading energy services organization specializing in renewable and distributed energy solutions. They are seeking a Solar Project Development Engineer to support the technical development of solar PV and hybrid energy projects across California and Arizona, focusing on site assessments, conceptual designs, and collaboration with various teams.
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Responsibilities
Conduct site evaluations, shading analysis, and preliminary system layouts (roof-mounted, canopy, ground-mounted, etc.)
Perform system performance modeling, energy forecasts, and preliminary financial analysis
Review existing infrastructure, electrical service, and interconnection pathways to determine project viability
Create conceptual and preliminary solar PV designs, single line diagrams, and equipment layouts
Work closely with internal engineers and external vendors to define system specifications, equipment selections, and design standards
Support battery energy storage system (BESS) integration where applicable
Prepare design packages for internal review and customer proposals
Partner with sales, business development, and proposal teams to translate customer requirements into technically sound solutions
Support cost estimation teams by providing accurate engineering inputs on equipment, labor, and construction requirements
Engage with construction and field teams to validate designs and incorporate lessons learned into future proposals
Attend customer meetings, site walks, and technical presentations to provide engineering expertise
Assist with utility interconnection applications, AHJ permitting questions, and coordination with third-party consultants
Develop and maintain project documentation, design files, performance models, and engineering analyses
Support creation of proposals, feasibility studies, and technical reports
Ensure all designs meet relevant codes, standards, and ESCO quality guidelines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field
3+ years of experience in solar PV engineering, project development, or system design
Proficiency with solar modeling and design tools (Helioscope, PVsyst, Aurora, CAD platforms, etc.)
Strong understanding of electrical systems, interconnection requirements, and PV system architecture
Ability to perform site assessments and travel throughout CA and AZ
Familiarity with NEC, IEEE standards, and major utility interconnection protocols
Company
Nenni and Associates
Nenni and Associates is a recruiting and executive search firm primarily working in the areas of energy and infrastructure sectors.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Corey Kravitz
Managing Partner
Jim Schafer
Managing Partner
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