Solar Design Engineer Job at Top Engineer, Irvine, CA

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  • Top Engineer
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

🚨 TOP ENGINEER JOB POST!!! 🚨

Confidential Search for International Employer

Industry: Renewable Energy / Solar + Energy Storage
Degree: Bachelor's in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Experience: 5+ years in Commercial Solar Design

Role: Senior Solar Systems Design Engineer ☀️

Lead the engineering and design of solar + storage systems for commercial and industrial projects with a forward-thinking renewable energy company in Irvine, California. This is a high-impact role working on technically complex projects featuring cutting-edge technology including Tesla Megapacks and advanced inverter systems. More than just a design position, this is a growth opportunity for high performers who can lead cross-functional projects, communicate effectively across teams, and deliver innovative solutions with potential to advance into leadership roles. Conduct site walks, evaluate feasibility for PV + ESS projects, lead detailed system designs including site plans, single-line diagrams, conduit schedules, and interconnection packages while using industry-leading tools like PVSyst, Helioscope, HOMER, and SAM. Collaborate with project managers, utilities, permitting authorities, and construction teams to drive continuous improvement of design templates and engineering processes.

Requirements: 🎓

✅ Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

✅ 5+ years of experience designing solar PV and energy storage systems for commercial and industrial applications

✅ Strong hands-on experience with commercial solar projects (residential experience alone is not sufficient)

✅ Proficiency in AutoCAD and PVSyst for system design and modeling

✅ Experience developing one-line diagrams and detailed electrical design packages

✅ Familiarity with DC/AC coupled systems and energy storage integration (Tesla, Fluence, PCS, etc.)

✅ Strong knowledge of NEC 690/705/706, UL 1741-SA, and IEEE 1547 standards

✅ Experience with IOU interconnection processes (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, etc.)

✅ Ability to gather and analyze site data (electrical, structural, environmental)

✅ Excellent documentation and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

✅ EIT or NABCEP certification is a plus

✅ Team leadership or mentoring experience preferred

What's in it for you? 💼

✅ Competitive annual salary of $110,000 to $150,000 based on experience

✅ Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates willing to move to Irvine

✅ Strong benefits package including PTO, 401(k) with company match, HSA, and FSA

✅ Clear career advancement pathway into leadership roles for high performers

✅ Work on high-profile, innovative renewable energy projects with cutting-edge technology

✅ Lead engineering and design of solar + storage systems featuring Tesla Megapacks

✅ Use industry-leading tools: PVSyst, Helioscope, HOMER, SAM, and AutoCAD

✅ Collaborate with mission-driven, forward-thinking engineering team

✅ Set and refine internal CAD standards and oversee drafting workflows

✅ Support permitting, interconnection, and commissioning activities end-to-end

✅ Drive continuous improvement of design templates and engineering processes

✅ Make a meaningful impact on the transition to clean, sustainable energy

Confidential Placement 🔍

This role is a confidential placement for a leading renewable energy team. We will manage your application with the highest level of privacy and professionalism.

Location: Irvine, California, USA (On-site position - 5 days per week)
Note: Client is not willing to sponsor work authorization. Relocation assistance available. Local candidates preferred but relocation candidates will be considered.

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Job Tags

Local area, Relocation, Relocation package,

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