Staff Development Engineer

Summary

Join Reactivate, an Invenergy company, as a Staff Development Engineer and contribute to the development of high-quality, efficient solar PV projects. You will evaluate and design solar energy systems, focusing on maximizing financial returns. This role involves site analysis, system optimization, energy modeling, and collaboration with engineering firms and internal teams. You will manage interconnection applications, participate in stakeholder meetings, and stay updated on industry advancements. The position requires 2+ years of experience in solar energy system design and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent. Reactivate offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a fully remote work environment.

Requirements

• 2+ years of solar energy system design experience, preferably working with the design of new facilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Ability to multi-task and manage deliverables for multiple projects at a time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to work in a dynamic environment alongside people with varied interests and backgrounds
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Proven and influential verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient with the Microsoft Windows Office suite, especially Word, Excel, and Salesforce
• Some travel required (up to 25%)
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

• Evaluate prospective sites and existing PV designs for development suitability, specifically ground mount and landfill
• Design and optimize solar energy systems, including layout and interconnection
• Develop PV system layouts and electrical design packages at various detail levels
• Perform energy production modeling to maximize development value
• Create single-line and three-line diagrams compliant with relevant standards
• Coordinate with engineering firms for detailed design packages
• Lead conceptual project layout design using AutoCAD, GIS or Visio software. Optimize design parameters such as DC:AC ratio and ground coverage ratio (GCR)
• Analyze available solar resource data and prepare plant-level energy production estimates
• Conduct site visits to support site constructability evaluation, landowner meetings, and community outreach events
• Perform energy production analysis and financial optimization
• Manage interconnection applications and utility/ISO communications
• Participate in stakeholder meetings to support technical discussions
• Develop innovative engineering solutions to overcome development challenges
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and external consultant
• Manage relationship with third party engineering firms
• Interface with cross-functional project teams up to and through project commercial operations
• Stay apprised of technology advancements and trends across PV module, inverter, racking and energy storage OEMs
• Support the progress of team initiatives, including safety, material/process template improvement, etc

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with solar plant equipment, including PV modules, racking systems, inverters, and electrical balance of plant
• Proficient understanding of statistical analysis and linear regression models concerning meteorological data
• NABCEP Certified PV Installation Professional
• Experience with programs such as PVSyst, System Advisory Model (SAM), AutoCAD, PVcase, ArcGIS, Helioscope, and Aurora Solar is a plus
• Experience reviewing civil, structural, or electrical engineering design packages is a plus
• Experience managing third-party due diligence studies and energy production estimates
• Familiarity with concepts such as NPV, IRR, and LCOE
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Modbus, TCP/IP, CANbus, or DNP3
• Some background knowledge of battery technology

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• 401(k) options
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive paid time off policy
• Fully remote company with remote work flexibility