PV Designer

We are a growing solar energy company based in Atlanta, serving the Southeast, committed to helping businesses transition to renewable energy through innovative solutions like Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs). Our mission is to make clean energy accessible, reliable, and financially beneficial for our customers. We build and own next-generation energy infrastructure — powering cities, businesses and institutions with reliable, renewable energy. We believe the built environment of the future will incorporate renewable power on every surface that can support it. That’s why we designed an easy-to-adopt platform that allows large-scale customers to achieve the benefits from solar energy with no upfront investment.

Job Summary

We’re seeking a PV Designer to join our growing team.The PV Designer is accountable for all technical and design work of assigned C&I PV/ Distributed Generation projects from conceptual design to final completion. This includes utilizing gathered site data from the Project Development team to design a system that functions within the constraints of the site, meets the needs and expectations of the clients, and provides a best-in-class PV system. This role will work within the Design and Engineering team and report directly to the Director of Engineering & Design.

The ideal candidate must be an enthusiastic problem solver, self-motivated, hands-on, results-oriented, detail-oriented, and a team player.

Job Responsibilities

- Development, documentation, and creation of system design deliverables required to construct a high performing Commercial PV system.

- Develop finalized module layouts based on gathered imagery and drone analysis.

- Work with Engineer and project staff to develop and maintain design standards and specifications.

- Create design layouts, single line diagrams, and other electrical schematics for commercial scale solar arrays utilizing AutoCAD.

- Create structural/racking design packets utilizing internal and external software and design packages.

- Prepare documents for final Engineering review and approval.

- Ensure design compliance with applicable codes and company design standards with engineering oversight.

- Prepare drawings for internal purposes, as well as all project stages, including utility interconnection, permitting, construction, and record/as-built drawings.

- Work with Project Management and Construction teams to provide design support prior to and during construction.

Job Requirements

- 3-5 years of experience in design of commercial photovoltaic systems.

- High proficiency in AutoCAD.

- BOM development and estimating experience.

- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a similar technical field from an accredited university.

- Knowledge of electrical principles and technical aspects of PV design.

- NABCEP PV Installation Professional or PV Design Specialist Certification (or equivalent) preferred.

- Helioscope and PVsyst proficiency.

- Knowledge of industry standard design codes such as NEC, NFPA, and UL.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to work in a team environment as well as work independently.

- Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.

What We Offer

- A collaborative and mission-driven work environment

- Opportunity to make a tangible impact in the renewable energy industry

- Competitive compensation (base + bonus)

- Incredibly subsidized health, dental, and vision insurance, plus 100% employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability and Basic Life & AD&D insurance

- Flexible PTO Policy

- 401K with company match

A note to recruitment agencies - we are not interested in engaging with third party recruiters at this time. Unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters or staffing agencies are not accepted. Any unsolicited resumes submitted without a written agreement will become the property of Cherry Street Energy, and no fee will be paid if the candidate is hired. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.