Design Engineer, PV Systems - Remote, US
About The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for a Design Engineer, PV Systems to join our team remotely. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients. Purpose Efficiently execute various levels of drafting and analysis utility and commercial scale PV design projects with a team of engineers and various project stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment.
- Entry level position, no prior experience required. Any professional experience is a plus.
- High proficiency in AutoCAD required.
- Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Nice To Haves
- NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional preferred
- Experience with PV system modeling software such as PVsyst, Helioscope and/or Homer desired
- Ability to perform shading analyses is highly desirable.
- Energy storage system design experience is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive direction as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions. Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement.
- Assist with the marketing of the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
- Participate in the design and development of electrical plan sets, including site layouts and equipment details.
- Learn and enhance plan-set templates, standards, and best practices.
- Draft equipment layouts, installation details, and single-line diagrams (PV, MV, Auxiliary Power, Monitoring, etc.).
- Coordinate with design engineers and collaborate with sub-consultants as needed.
- Coordinate the design of interconnections with licensed Engineers.
- Identify issues on projects and collaborate with the client, co-workers, and others to execute effective solutions.
- Interact with team members, clients, vendors, installation contractors, and others to create efficient and cohesive designs.
- Generate Single Line Diagrams under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineers.
- Report the status of progress on each project to Senior Managers on a weekly or daily basis as needed. Attend weekly management meetings
- Appropriately request technical support as needed on projects and keep on schedule.
- Occasionally provide estimates of time to perform tasks.
- Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and procedures. .
- Communicate effectively with engineers, project manager, and the client.
- Conduct field observations visits to accurately document the existing field conditions.
- Organize/prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential efficient manner.
- Complete electrical calculations under the supervision of Sr. Design engineers.
- Accurately produce the project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget.
- Attend coordination and design meetings, as needed.
- Address comments from clients, AHJ's & other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineer.
- If directed, review all project related construction administrative items (shop drawings, RFI's, construction submittals).
- Work within established project budgets.
- Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all codes applicable to the discipline.
- Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD software.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
