Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bowman Consulting is a company focused on creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive. They are seeking a Design Engineer for PV Systems to efficiently execute drafting and analysis for utility and commercial scale PV design projects, collaborating with engineers and project stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution
- Receive direction as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions
- Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement
- Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships
- Participate in the design and development of electrical plan sets, including site layouts and equipment details
- Learn and enhance plan-set templates, standards, and best practices
- Draft equipment layouts, installation details, and single-line diagrams (PV, MV, Auxiliary Power, Monitoring, etc.)
- Coordinate with design engineers and collaborate with sub-consultants as needed
- Coordinate the design of interconnections with licensed Engineers
- Identify issues on projects and collaborate with the client, co-workers, and others to execute effective solutions
- Interact with team members, clients, vendors, installation contractors, and others to create efficient and cohesive designs
- Generate Single Line Diagrams under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineers
- Report the status of progress on each project to Senior Managers on a weekly or daily basis as needed
- Attend weekly management meetings
- Appropriately request technical support as needed on projects and keep on schedule
- Occasionally provide estimates of time to perform tasks
- Apply broad knowledge of engineering principles and procedures
- Communicate effectively with engineers, project manager, and the client
- Conduct field observations visits to accurately document the existing field conditions
- Organize/prioritize multiple tasks to complete the design in a sequential efficient manner
- Complete electrical calculations under the supervision of Sr. Design engineers
- Accurately produce the project construction documents to meet milestone schedules within a predetermined hourly budget
- Attend coordination and design meetings, as needed
- Address comments from clients, AHJ's & other review authorities; adjust designs accordingly under the supervision of Sr. Design Engineer
- If directed, review all project related construction administrative items (shop drawings, RFI's, construction submittals)
- Work within established project budgets
- Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of all codes applicable to the discipline
- Possess and continue to develop a working knowledge of AutoCAD software
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related engineering discipline required at time of employment
- Entry level position, no prior experience required
- High proficiency in AutoCAD required
- Ability to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable manner
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Two or more (2+) years of relevant experience in the Solar PV industry
- NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional
- Experience with PV system modeling software such as PVsyst, Helioscope and/or Homer
- Ability to perform shading analyses
- Energy storage system design experience
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
Company Overview
Bowman Consulting is a civil engineering company that provides engineering consulting services nationwide. It was founded in 1995, and is headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://bowman.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Bowman Consulting has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.