Photovoltaic Project Engineer

Engineering

Location: Syracuse/East Rutherford : NY/NJ Region: North America Job Category: Engineering

Position Type: Full-time

Photovoltaic Project Engineer

Your responsibilities:

1. Electrical design of photovoltaic installations (AC and DC sides) and drafting of

physical/geographical plant layout.

2. Project Chronology Planning: defining work breakdown structures and critical paths.

3. Preparation of administrative documentation: zoning and construction permits,

interconnection documents, etc.

4. Supporting finance department in the preparation of technical and economic reviews for

5. Initial screening of due diligence process: assisting legal department in controlling of

project contract provisions.

6. Supervision of construction team and controlling of project costs, deadlines quality

Our expectations:

1. Four-year degree in electrical engineering from an accredited university with above

average finishing marks; advanced degree and/or coursework in civil or environmental

engineering an advantage.

2. Mastery of AutoCAD & 2007 MS Office Suite; familiarity with economic calculation

software an advantage.

3. 3-5 years experience in residential, commercial or utility PV project design and

4. Working knowledge of current and emerging photovoltaic technologies.

5. Familiarity with US electrical standards and safety regulations (OSHA).

6. Native speaker of English, German proficiency an advantage.

7. Legal permission for employment within the United States and in possession of a valid

US driver’s license.

1. Excellent written and oral communication skills

2. Ability to work independently, under time pressure and with an eye for thorough and

detail oriented work.

3. Personal initiative, results oriented work ethic and high level of motivation.

4. Excellent time management and technical analysis skills.

5. Openness to short-term relocation based on project construction needs.

6. Ability to think creatively within the framework of technical challenges and interface

closely with the Hamburg-based engineering team.

We offer a competitive remunerations package and performance based incentive schemes along

with a supporting working environment for personal and professional development.

If you’re interested in working with a fast growing and dynamic firm in the renewable energy

sector, please apply via the “Apply Online” button.