Senior PV (Photovoltaic) Electrical Engineer

Kimley-Horn • Greenwood Village, CO

6d • $130,000 - $200,000

About The Position

Kimley-Horn has an opportunity for a Senior PV Electrical Engineer – Practice Builder to lead and expand our solar engineering practice. This high-impact role is ideal for a proven leader with strong industry relationships, a track record of winning work, and the ability to build and scale a high-performing team quickly.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in PV electrical engineering, project development, or related fields.
• Established industry network with a strong reputation for winning and delivering work.
• Expertise in PV system design, interconnection, and grid integration.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to rapidly scale a technical team.
• Deep understanding of NEC, IEEE, UL, and permitting requirements.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

Nice To Haves

• PE (Professional Engineer) registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Business Development & Client Relationships: Leverage industry connections to generate new business and expand market presence. Develop strategic partnerships with utilities, developers, EPCs, and key stakeholders. Lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and project acquisitions.
• Practice Growth & Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and build a best-in-class PV engineering team. Establish technical and operational best practices for project execution. Drive revenue growth through new opportunities and service offerings.
• Project & Technical Excellence: Oversee the electrical design of large-scale PV and energy storage projects. Ensure compliance with NEC, IEEE, UL, and interconnection requirements. Optimize system performance through advanced modeling and engineering analysis.
• Market & Industry Influence: Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and client meetings. Stay ahead of emerging technologies, regulations, and market trends.

Benefits

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees