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SGC Power · 2 days ago
Development Engineer III
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$100K/yr - $160K/yr
4+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Design community and utility-scale solar PV and storage projects including civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical aspects utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D, PVCase and other design tools
Generate and review single-line and 3-line electrical diagrams for solar, solar + storage, and standalone storage applications
Generate performance analysis models utilizing PVSyst
Complete electrical calculations for development stage designs
Conduct peer reviews of deliverables for engineering team members
Advise & guide less experienced engineering team members
Conduct environmental and constructability diligence reviews for prospective project sites
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and equipment manufacturers to advance designs
Review and approve equipment vendors and products for inclusion in projects
Solicit and review equipment bids in support of equipment selection
Create and maintain project documentation related to project design, development, and performance
Coordinate with internal project development and project management teams on design requirements and project scheduling
Review and interpret technical reports and studies prepared by consultants to determine impacts to projects
Review and interpret utility and AHJ requirements for interconnection, zoning, and permitting
Conduct site visits to prospective project locations for feasibility assessments, as needed
Facilitate feedback and lessons learned to improve company and engineering team processes
Qualification
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Required
Four (4) year engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university; electrical, mechanical, or energy focus acceptable
A minimum of 4+ years of experience with community and utility-scale solar PV
Knowledge of photovoltaic system design, National Electric Code, International Fire Code, and other relevant building codes
Knowledge of utility processes and requirements for interconnection to distribution and transmission systems
Knowledge of 3-phase AC electrical system design
Knowledge of utility distribution equipment and design
Operational knowledge of AutoCAD, PVsyst, and related PV design software
Strong working knowledge of spreadsheets and word-processing programs
Exceptional interpersonal skills with an aptitude for building trust and rapport
Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks
Passion to learn new things through self-study and structured settings
Preferred
E.I.T. certification or PE license a plus
NABCEP PV Installation Professional, PV Design Specialist, or PV Associate a plus
Knowledge of civil site design practices including stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and site grading
Operational knowledge of energy storage controls and/or modeling software
Exposure to basic site diligence documents such as geotechnical reports, Environmental Site Assessments (Phase I & II), endangered species reports, ALTA and topographic surveys, and wetland delineations
Benefits
Excellent health/dental/vision insurance benefits with up to 100% of premiums covered by the company
Four weeks of vacation plus employment milestone bonus vacations
Company paid life insurance and short- & long-term disability coverage
Generous parental leave
401(k) matching (after vesting period)
Work from home stipend for new employees
Public transit reimbursement
PTO for volunteering in the community
Charitable donation matching up to $500/year
Professional development and educational reimbursements
Company
SGC Power
SGC Power, a Maryland-based community solar developer.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-08-16Acquired· by Pivot Energy
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