[Hiring] PV Design Specialist @Victory Energy

Role Description

• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and collaboration.
• Work with a team of third-party outsourced proposal designers to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and overall customer experience with external customers and internal sales team members.
• Complete all state-specific required disclosure documents for projects with the proposal team.
• Create accurate and compliant solar PV system designs for residential projects.
• Create accurate PV system BOMs (Bill of Materials) for residential projects, and work with distributors to order equipment and ensure delivery to each installation.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to schedule and follow up on site surveys as needed.
• Collaborate with third-party CAD designers and structural engineers to maintain accurate and compliant solar PV system designs.
• Ensure all designs meet company standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.
• Review and approve solar system designs, including layout, electrical drawings, structural calculations, and equipment specifications, to verify accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including project managers, sales teams, and installers, to clarify design requirements and address discrepancies or issues.
• Maintain quality control measures and standard operating procedures for design activities.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of design documentation, data accuracy, and system components to identify and resolve errors or inconsistencies.
• Update/maintain data within various systems used for solar system design, including CRM, Finance Portals, Aurora, CAD software, and project management tools.
• Provide technical support and guidance to team members and external partners on design verification processes, requirements, and best practices.
• Stay current on industry standards, codes, and regulations related to residential solar design and engineering.
• Work with install crews for live solar installation revisions, ensuring seamless execution of changes.
• Take on additional responsibilities as they arise within the Design Team to ensure consistent delivery of accurate and complete products.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the residential solar industry, with increasing responsibility in solar system design and engineering.
• Proven experience in managing CAD designers, structural engineers, and design verification processes for residential solar projects.
• Strong understanding of solar PV system design principles, components, and installation practices.
• Familiarity with industry software and tools used for solar system design, such as AutoCAD, PVsyst, Helioscope, or similar programs.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve design-related issues and challenges.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented and quality-focused, with a commitment to delivering accurate and compliant solar system designs.
• Proficiency in CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and other sales operations tools and technologies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with the ability to adapt to change and drive results.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• The targeted compensation for this role is $60,000-$65,000 annually, however, it may vary depending on location. Illinois compensation expectations are $60,000-$65,000 annually.