Sr. Multifamily PV Designer

Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It’s why we’ve become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we’re on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we’re building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we’re doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We’re unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle – from sale through installation and beyond – so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Overview

The Sr. Multifamily PV Designer completes solar photovoltaic (PV) system designs for multi family residential buildings. Performs system energy production estimates and optimizes PV system design for profitability, customer satisfaction, and system performance.

Responsibilities

• Creates and designs multifamily/commercial PV systems that maximize production, reduce installation cost, and optimize PV system size to meet customer goals based on electricity use patterns and utility charges

• Based on optimized system cost, size and energy production, creates one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, roofing plans, site maps, and other documents as required for building permits and interconnection applications

• Autonomously manage third party consultants, subcontractors, and independent engineers; coordinates with engineering and interconnection groups at utilities to manage and facilitate new virtual net metering tariffs

• Collaborates with other teams throughout the entire project life cycle, including support for site survey, permitting, pre-construction prep, construction request for information support, authority having jurisdiction (AHJ)/utility inspection, commissioning, and ongoing operations and maintenance support

• Works with Sales, Project Management, and Installation teams to find creative solutions to competing interests and to meet customer, company, code, and utility requirements and resolve issues

• Collaborates with Project Management to develop strategies for prioritizing work to speed the deployment of megawatt, reduction of costs, and ensure customer satisfaction

• Ensures that design packages are complete and ready to submit for permits so installation can proceed as scheduled

• Coordinates with engineering to obtain approvals and stamped drawings as required

• Completes the bill of materials listing all equipment; ensures equipment lists are complete and correct so that materials can be procured for the project

• Completes installation notes to provide Installers with all required information

• Assist in mentoring and developing team members both technically and professionally

• Value engineer projects to bring down costs while ensuring high value design

• Analyze project constraints to optimize the design so that projects come in on time and under budget including decisions on system size, layout configuration, equipment selection, constructability, etc. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

• Minimum of 5 years residential PV design experience, including 3 years of commercial PV Design experience

• NABCEP certification preferred.

• Superior knowledge of AutoCAD, National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), and applicable fire codes

• In depth understanding of main panel upgrades and utility variance protocols for both commercial solar, Rule 21, line side taps, and energy storage interconnection policy

• Superior knowledge of residential and commercial PV construction

• Superior knowledge of electrical and mechanical design theory and concepts; ability to breakdown complex engineering ideas for customers new to PV and/or storage

• In depth understanding of different interconnection methods and viability

• Excellent MS Office Suite skills

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

• Extreme attention to detail and consistency

• Ability to work within a team and independently

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a team environment

• Ability to execute multiple projects and tasks and manage competing priorities

• Ability to support the development of processes and tools in a growing department

• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

• Demonstrated ability to use sound judgement to translate designs to installation

• Proven record of good judgment and analytical skills, with attention to detail and consistency

• Ability to prioritize, execute and follow up on initiatives

Recruiter:

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only.  It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation.  Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity:

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This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at candidateaccommodations@sunrun.com.

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind.  We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun