Solar Energy Engineer - Energy Solutions - CMTA

Legence • Nashville, TN

9h • Onsite

About The Position

CMTA, a Legence company, is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. They are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. The core business of their Energy Solutions division is the delivery of Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Design/Build Contracts, which upgrade and renovate facilities in a budget-neutral or budget-positive way by diverting money already spent on utilities into facility upgrades. This process covers scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement and verification, and ongoing energy management services. CMTA has experience in designing the nation’s most energy efficient buildings, including many zero energy buildings. Additionally, 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. This team works in a wide range of building types, focusing on Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), microgrids, and EV charging infrastructure to deliver innovative, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions. The Energy Solutions division is the fastest growing division, and this position involves working with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients. The ideal candidate is typically a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Nice To Haves

• 0-3+ years of experience
• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD
• Electrical engineering - Ability to develop, read and discuss single line diagrams for PV systems
• Energy (Real Power, Reactive Power & Apparent Power)
• Solar - Knowledge of grid tied PV systems & associated components
• Power Distribution - Knowledge of 3-Phase Power Systems
• Construction - Basic understanding of project management, project flow & deadlines
• Design - Familiarity with SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius & Other inverter products

Responsibilities

• Design solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients
• Bid solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients
• Project manage solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients
• Commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting
• Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage
• Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage
• Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy
• Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees