EmPower Solar seeks an experienced, personable, motivated and organized individual to perform duties as Designer & Engineer to support and grow the company.

POSITION SUMMARY
EmPower Solar seeks a Solar Designer / Engineer to assist in generating solar photovoltaic system designs for residential and commercial rooftops.  The position is fast-paced and challenging requiring exceptional AutoCAD and Excel capabilities including basic solar / construction experience.  This is an entry level Solar Engineer position with growth opportunities into rigorous electrical / mechanical / data and/or architectural disciplines.

TARGET OUTCOMES
Designer- 

• 5 day or less turnaround for designs and design revisions completed within 2 days.
• 5 to 6 Sales designs to be completed daily, depending on the queue.

Engineer-

• Complete 5-6 permit set to be submitted to permitting.
• Complete final construction drawings for clients 2 week prior to install.
• Provide daily support to Project Management, Warehouse, Operations and Sales professionals.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES
General Responsibilities-

• Residential PV system design and drafting, enabling effective and efficient turnaround of "Sales Designs" in order to drive sales, ensuring strong customer feedback.
• Interfacing both Engineering and Sales departments.
• Identify key issues and considerations as part of the proposal (pre-sale) process.
• Maintain intimate familiarity with best design practices and new products used in the industry through continuous renewal of manuals, improved design techniques, etc.

Specific Tasks-

• Translate roof layouts taken via roof measurements or Google Earth / Bing, to AutoCAD
• Propose one or several system configurations weighing pitch, orientation, racking type, inverter selection and production and costs.
• Prepare initial sales mechanical and/or electrical schematics.
• Estimate system production using on-line estimating tools and EmPower developed Excel tools.
• Evaluate preliminary electrical interconnection method.
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2- or 4-year degree in Drafting, Technology or Engineering
• High proficiency and interest/capability to become AutoCAD expert 
• Demonstrated ability to perform spreadsheet analysis using Excel, showing high attention to detail, converting raw data accurate and useful conclusions.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Capability of navigating, interpreting and applying code requirements when necessary
• Ability to perform work dependably and reliably according to work schedules and assignments including occasional overtime, weekend and overnight travel requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic construction experience including familiarity with structural or mechanical systems.
• Direct prior experience designing and installing solar systems.
• NABCEP Certification and/or completion of other solar training / certification programs.
• Familiarity with computer networking, system administration, web development and database management.

WHAT WE OFFER
The company culture is defined by the EmPowering Way, which results in consistent 5-star customer service reviews. The company is now leveraging its extensive expertise to drive new growth by delivering significantly more value to its customers. EmPower’s purpose-driven culture paired with our deep expertise and capabilities position our employees to success professionally and thrive personally.