Design Manager, Electrical

SOLV Energy is an engineering, procurement, construction (EPC) and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:The Design Manager, Electrical will manage the in-house electrical design.

Job Description:

*This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Team leadership

Lead and mentor a team of electrical designer engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure the team meets project deadlines and objectives.

Electric Design Development

Develop comprehensive electrical designs for utility-scale solar projects, including PV array layouts, inverter sizing and placement, AC/DC system design, grounding and bonding, BESS, and interconnection design.

Evaluate and select appropriate electrical components (modules, inverters, transformers, switchgear, conductors, etc.). In selection decisions, prioritize system performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Develop project energy production models (i.e. PVsyst) and ensure that the electrical design supports the plant’s production requirements.

The primary focus will be developing 30% designs to service as the basis for our business development and estimating efforts.

Code and Regulatory Compliance

Ensure designs adhere to all relevant building codes, zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and permitting requirements.

Stay up-to-date on changes in the regulatory landscape.

Project Management

Foster effective communication and collaboration between the electrical design group and cross-function teams, including internal and external engineers, project managers, pre-construction managers, procurement specialists, schedulers, estimators, and construction teams.

Address electrical design-related issues, coordinate with other departments, and liaise with clients, IEs, and suppliers to ensure project success.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Integrate electrical design elements into the overall project plan by working closely with the civil engineering, environmental compliance, procurement, estimating, operations, and project management teams.

QA/QC

Review and approve all drawings, calculations, and specifications created by your team to ensure compliance with all projects, SOLV, and AHJ requirements.

Provide value engineering suggestions for alternative products and solutions that meet project requirements while reducing costs.

Proactively identify and resolve potential design and construction challenges and coordinate with various stakeholders to develop cost-effective solutions.

Training and Development

Identify training and development needs within the department and provide opportunities for skills enhancement and professional growth.

Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements in utility-scale solar design.

Documentation

Oversee the maintenance of accurate project documentation, including design revision/iteration history.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering design, with at least 3 years in the utility-scale solar energy industry.

Demonstrated proficiency in electrical design software (AutoCAD, PVsyst, ETAP, or similar).

Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to electrical engineering and solar development.

In-depth knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering principles, and industry best practices

Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to safety

Ability in problem-solving and decision-making

Strong sense of urgency

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$67,046.00 - $83,808.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

If you’re interested in a meaningful career with a brighter future, join the SOLV Energy Team.

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