Solar Energy Engineer - Energy Solutions - CMTA

Legence • Nashville, TN

5h

About The Position

CMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities. The core business of our Energy Solutions division is the delivery of Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Design/Build Contracts. Simply put, our ESPCs are a viable way to upgrade and renovate facilities in a budget-neutral or even budget-positive way. The process diverts money already being spent on utilities and directs it into facility upgrades, covering scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement and verification, and even ongoing energy management services. We have experience in designing the nation’s most energy efficient buildings, including many zero energy buildings. Our knowledge is unparalleled in the Guaranteed ESPC market, which allows us to dive deeper than our competitors. In addition, CMTA’s Renewable Energy team brings extensive experience across the renewable energy sector, including behind-the-meter, front-of-the-meter, and community solar projects. Our team works in a wide range of building types, from dense urban environments to rural settings, and focuses on Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), microgrids, and EV charging infrastructure - delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions tailored to each client’s needs. The Energy Solutions division of CMTA is the fastest growing division of our large and growing company. This position will work with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients of CMTA. Our ideal candidate is typically a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD is preferred but not required
• Electrical engineering - Ability to develop, read and discuss single line diagrams for PV systems is preferred, but not required
• Energy (Real Power, Reactive Power & Apparent Power)
• Solar - Knowledge of grid tied PV systems & associated components is preferred, but not required
• Power Distribution - Knowledge of 3-Phase Power Systems is preferred, but not required
• Construction - Basic understanding of project management, project flow & deadlines
• Design - Familiarity with SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius & Other inverter products is preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• design
• bid
• project manage
• commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients of CMTA

Benefits

• Company Paid medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, accident & sickness benefit, basic group life and AD&D, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees