Solar engineer job description

AST SpaceMobile and our global partners are building the first and only space-based cellular broadband network to be accessible by standard smartphones. Called SpaceMobile, this ultra-powerful network is being designed to provide connectivity at 4G/5G speeds everywhere on the planet - on land, at sea and in flight.

The Electrical Power System Engineer is responsible for working with the satellite photovoltaic systems (solar cells, panels, and arrays) non-recurring, recurring, and sustaining efforts. This includes design, systems engineering, verification testing, supporting procurement, and spacecraft level assembly, integration, and testing.
Responsibilities:

* Using knowledge of photovoltaic fundamentals perform the design and development of state-of-the art photovoltaic systems and assemblies for space-based applications.
* Supervise vendor development and production of sub-components (cells, cover-glass, interconnects, CICs).
* Plan and execute development, functional, performance, and life testing of units and assemblies.
* Strong understanding of the space environment (radiation, vacuum UV, atomic oxygen, temperature, etc.) and its affects on photovoltaics cells and assemblies, along with the materials used.
* Execute the design, analysis, and evaluation of projects using sound engineering principles and adhering to business standards, practices, procedures, and program requirements.
* Perform trade studies to determine optimal system architecture.
* Evaluate and champion new technology and methods.
* Develop and maintain system design documentation including models, drawings, drawing trees, bill of materials, analysis reports, etc. using standard software tools and methods.
* Prepare and present necessary information required to conduct thorough design and readiness reviews with management and/or peers
* Troubleshoot and investigate component anomalies and failures, perform root-cause analysis, and provide resolution.
* Develop test plans and procedures, identify hardware needs, design of test set-ups.
* Communicate with manufacturing/production to ensure successful transfer of information and efficient processes are understood and documented.
* Technical support for production and test of space-qualified electrical power system and the associated hardware.

Qualifications

* US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card Holder
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical field.
* Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in photovoltaic CIC/panel/array design and analysis of spacecraft and/or other complicated electrical power systems.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team with other engineers.
* Ability to work flexibly and adaptively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to travel to support meetings, testing and integration.

AST SpaceMobile is an Equal Opportunity, at will Employer; employment is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Residential Solar Engineer Wanted for the #1 MA-based Solar Installer

Boston Solar is the #1 residential solar company based in Massachusetts, with over 4,500 installations in 10 years. We are proud to power Massachusetts, a state that continues to lead the nation in solar installations. We provide superior products, exceptional customer service and the highest quality workmanship. Boston Solar encourages good work-life balance.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Hybrid- some office visits will be required on an ad hoc basis. Need to be able to commute to Woburn occasionally.

TITLE: Residential Solar Engineer

SUPERVISOR: Director of Design and Engineering

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Create preliminary solar designs using remote shading software and/or site survey information
• Develop array layouts, structural drawings, and electrical schematics
• Review site survey information to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all information to be used for designs
• Interact with structural engineers, sales team, field managers and other staff to optimize design decisions
• Review all design documents for design efficacy, construction feasibility, accuracy, consistency, and fidelity to contracts
• Assist with the development and implementation of sales designs

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 4-year degree from an accredited college or university in engineering
• Fluent in AutoCAD
• Familiar with principles of building construction and/or electrical systems
• Experience with 120/208V and 227/480V gird-tied PV systems are a plus
• Experience collecting and understanding requirements for AHJs and their by-laws, ordinances, and restrictions is a plus
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly
• Ability to work independently, as well as manage and prioritize tasks
• Detail oriented

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Paid time off plus 8 federal holidays
• Comprehensive medical plans
• Free life insurance. Short-term and long-term disability insurance. Accident insurance. Critical Care and Cancer insurance coverage
• 401(k)

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Wunder currently holds more than $1 billion in solar assets under management and capital commitments. Our team has evaluated more than 10,000 properties for solar across all 50 states. Our average solar system - about 480 kilowatts in size - can offset 350,000 pounds of coal burned each year of system operation!

The Role

You'll be the in-house engineering expert at Wunder, responsible for reviewing the designs and SLDs that our subcontractors are generating for us, specifically from an electrical perspective. You'll join our Development team that is actively developing Commercial & Industrial solar throughout the entire US and you'll go beyond a traditional engineering role as we bring standardization into the untapped sub-megawatt C&I market by leveraging Wunder's industry-leading technology platform.

You'll also:

• Perform duties for engineering deliverables and monitoring progress on design reviews and deadlines.

• Oversee all solar electrical engineering deliverables created by subcontractors.

• Review project details and assist in developing & ensuring scope of work is being met.

• Respond to questions from utilities about design and interconnection, providing any necessary support on design.

• Assist in filling in resource and expertise gaps including areas such as design calculations.

Please note we are unable to sponsor work visas at this time. Please only apply if you have the ability to work within the United State without sponsorship.

About You

• 4+ years of experience designing solar systems and developing solar, ideally in the C&I space

• Professional Engineers License (not required, but useful)

• Strong technical background and the ability to communicate complex technical topics to a less technical audience

• Project management skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at once

• Experience managing subcontractors and our EPCs partners

• Interest in standardizing and scaling the commercial solar development industry using technology

• Proficiency in AutoCAD or computer-based drafting

Benefits

• Compensation: $110,000 - $165,000 per year plus equity

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental & vision insurance

• 50% employer-paid medical, dental & vision insurance for dependents

• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability & life insurance

• 401k Matching (50% match up to 4% of your base salary)

• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Dependent Care FSA

• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave

• 11 paid holidays & unlimited PTO