Design Engineer - Renewable Energy

Flintco, LLC•West Lake Hills, TX

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Design Engineer is responsible for designing photovoltaic (PV) solar energy systems for commercial, industrial, utility-scale, or residential projects. The role involves creating engineering drawings, performing electrical and structural calculations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and local regulations, and supporting project teams from concept through construction and commissioning. Design Engineers collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, civil engineers, procurement teams, and field personnel to develop cost-effective, safe, and efficient solar power solutions.

Requirements

Proficiency with AutoCAD required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and additional computer software
Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings.
Must possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans.
Must demonstrate two-way communication to effectively work with internal staff and external clients.
Knowledge of project management and EPC delivery methods.
Knowledge of solar PV system design principles.
Familiarity with electrical power systems and renewable energy technologies.

Nice To Haves

Experience with utility-scale solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or microgrids preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs detailed design and prepare drawings for all aspects of PV electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, wiring diagrams, trench section drawings, inverter layout drawings, and BESS equipment layout and detail drawings.
Provides conceptual and high-level designs during bidding stage of projects with very little information or direction
Prepares drawings for civil and structural aspects of PV design as required
Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including basis of designs, bill of materials, and studies as required
Design solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, including module layouts, inverter sizing, and electrical distribution.
Prepare engineering drawings, single-line diagrams, site plans, and construction documents.
Perform energy production analysis and system performance modeling.
Conduct electrical calculations such as voltage drop, conductor sizing, short-circuit analysis, and equipment selection.
Coordinate civil, structural, and electrical designs for solar installations.
Review project specifications, contracts, and utility requirements.
Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, NESC, IFC, IBC, local building codes, and utility interconnection standards.
Support permitting and utility interconnection applications.
Collaborate with construction teams to resolve field design issues.
Evaluate new technologies and optimize system performance and project costs.
Participate in design reviews and value engineering efforts.
Provides a major role in the QA/QC process and takes initiative and ownership on all project and task quality
Maintains outstanding company-client relationships
Maintains high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization
Engaged in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
Attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
Other responsibilities as assigned