Freedom Solar Power is one of the largest and fastest-growing solar installation companies in the United States. Founded in Austin in 2007, our residential business serves Texas, Colorado, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia and our commercial business has a nationwide reach. At Freedom Solar Power, our strong reputation in the industry is based on our dedication to quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. The mission is to enable our customers to live more powerfully by harnessing clean, affordable, and reliable energy from the sun. We take great pride in living by these 6 core values:

Pride in Quality Craftsmanship

Go Above and Beyond

Put People First 

Have a Humble Heart

Give a Damn

Shoot Straight

Job Duties:

• Manages the design of Commercial Solar Projects from contract signature to final design, including all necessary revisions and as-builts.
• Reports to the Engineering Director daily and weekly on various design stages.
• Directs and coordinates the project engineering/design team for the execution of the design of projects.
• Manages and develops the Site Assessment process to ensure it is providing accurate and useful data.
• Manages and develops the design process to ensure quality designs are developed at a rapid pace.
• Acts as Engineer of Record where possible and supports operation team by providing technical expertise as subject matter expert on all projects.
• Develop PV system engineering and design specifications in accordance with industry standards, regulations, and stakeholder requirements.
• Train and onboard new design staff including conducting new employee orientation.
• Manages working relationships with third-party vendors; establishes expectations and timelines; monitors for issues and initiates corrective actions where necessary.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities for the Commercial & Industrial solar and storage design and installation processes.
• Assist QA/QC with the development of processes requiring technical knowledge. 
• Support Operations team with subcontractor technical review and vetting.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders and resolve disagreements between parties.

• Proficient in design, engineering, and calculation software (eg. AutoCAD, Aurora, HelioScope, PVSyst, etc)
• Strong interpersonal and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and create efficiencies.
• A strong analytical thought process with sound judgment and a keen attention to detail
• Highly developed sense of professional ethics
• Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and drive results.
• Commitment to quality.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline required
• Professional Engineering License preferred 
• Minimum of 5 years of commercial, industrial, or construction engineering and design experience.
• Experience with the development and design of engineering and quality processes and procedures.
• Actively engages with internal and external technical experts to develop solutions.

Freedom Solar Power recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, upward mobility, and an exciting fast-paced culture. For this reason, we offer a growing Benefit Plan that includes the following:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Employer Matching

100% Company-Sponsored Short-Term Disability

Weekly Pay Dates, Paid time off, and Company paid holidays

Career advancement opportunities!