PV Engineer I

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

9h • $70,200 - $99,900 • Hybrid

About The Position

Join a team that’s passionate about building inspiring spaces and pushing the industry forward in smarter, more innovative ways. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. At Mortenson, we’re grounded in offering meaningful work, real career growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas and contributions matter. We’re looking for motivated, adaptable individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy working with a diverse range of people. If you’re proactive, curious, and ready to make an impact while growing your career, check out our opportunities! As a PV Engineer I, you will be responsible for providing engineering support to project leadership during the design phase as it relates to Customer Experience, Site Layout, Energy Modeling, Contract Review, Electrical Design, and Equipment Specification that results in smooth transition to construction operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related degree by summer 2027
• Are willing to be mobile / relocate frequently, for project assignments, based on needs of the business
• Possess a current driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Have previous related internship experience
• Have a basic understanding of construction and generally accepted business practices
• Demonstrate strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills and show initiative and leadership
• Showcase a positive and professional attitude and exemplary customer service skills
• Are detail-oriented, organized, and can effectively handle multiple competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Generate accurate, highly detailed construction drawings in 2d and 3d software
• Determine appropriate ground coverage ratios utilizing varied racking technologies
• Incorporate site constraints and setbacks
• With support, assess/survey site conditions and anticipate issues that may arise during construction
• Produce energy production models in PVSyst and NREL System Advisor Model
• Apply PPA and Interconnection requirements to electrical design
• Align contract documents with performance testing standards (PR, Capacity, Energy…)
• Check owner equipment requirements against Mortenson internal specifications
• Identify for commissioning SMEs the location of commissioning related activities within EPC contracts
• Perform string size calculations using Excel and database tools
• Read single line diagrams for equipment counts and types
• Use sizing spreadsheets for reactive power
• Size conductors for ampacity and installation location
• Highlight differences between mono/poly/bifacial/thin film module types for customers
• Apply inverter temperature, elevation, and power factor derates
• Compare vendor quotes with Mortenson internal equipment specifications
• Research development in solar technology for new products and stays current on new technological developments in the field.
• Generate new ideas, go beyond the status quo; recognize the need for new or modified approaches
• Read technical articles and attend Solar PV training to keep up with latest products, design techniques, and construction strategies
• Develop relationships with field engineers and electrical engineers on project sites. Attend design meetings.
• Transfer knowledge of the basis of design from the RFP process to site team member

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level