Senior Solar Project Engineer

GREENLINK ENERGY SOLUTIONS INC•Rockford, IL

8d•$95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

The Senior Solar Project Engineer plays a critical technical leadership role within Greenlink’s commercial operations. This position owns the engineering quality, constructability, and performance of commercial and complex solar PV projects across the full project lifecycle. This is not a high-volume drafting role. The Senior Engineer is expected to exercise independent engineering judgment, guide design decisions, identify and mitigate technical risk, and support project teams from early feasibility through installation and commissioning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in solar PV engineering, system design, or technical leadership
Strong experience with commercial solar projects; utility-scale experience a plus
Demonstrated ability to independently own engineering decisions across the project lifecycle
Deep understanding of PV systems, electrical design, inverters, and balance-of-system components
Proficiency with solar design, modeling, and CAD tools
Familiarity with permitting, AHJ requirements, and utility interconnection processes
Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally

Nice To Haves

NABCEP PV Design certification
Experience with battery storage or EV infrastructure integration
Experience supporting TPO or financed commercial projects
Prior responsibility for reviewing or guiding third-party engineering deliverables

Responsibilities

Lead system design for commercial and complex solar PV projects, including system sizing, equipment selection, and electrical configuration
Evaluate site conditions, electrical infrastructure, and interconnection requirements to inform optimal system layouts
Review and approve engineering plan sets for accuracy, constructability, performance, and code compliance
Guide equipment selection for modules, inverters, BOS components, and energy storage, where applicable
Ensure designs meet AHJ, utility, and applicable code requirements while balancing cost, performance, and schedule
Develop, validate, and refine production and performance estimates
Identify technical risks and design constraints early and recommend mitigation strategies
Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for design-related issues during installation and commissioning
Maintain accurate as-built documentation and system records
Partner with Sales, Operations, and Installation teams to align engineering decisions with commercial and execution goals
Provide technical guidance on system feasibility, constructability, and equipment compatibility
Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, and workflows
Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and reviewers
Stay current on codes, technologies, and industry best practices
Contribute to scalable design standards that support long-term growth