What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Solar Design Engineer position at BlueWave?
About Us
BlueWave's mission is to protect our planet by transforming access to renewable energy. As a pioneering renewable energy company that develops and owns solar and battery storage projects, The BlueWave team has a long track record of success and is developing several gigawatts of solar and battery storage projects throughout the United States to ensure our grid is reliable and efficient in a clean energy future. BlueWave is proud to be a certified B Corp, recognized by B Labs as "Best for the World" in Governance.
About The Role
As a Senior Solar Design Engineer at BlueWave, you will play a key role in shaping the development of solar and energy storage projects ranging from 1MW - 250 MW and supporting the Engineering team with high-quality design and drafting. This role sits at the intersection of technical precision and creative problem-solving, requiring collaboration with Development team, Grid Integration, Legal, and other teams to produce optimized system layouts that maximize efficiency and performance. You will contribute to project success by ensuring designs meet industry standards, supporting construction detailing, and integrating production optimization strategies. With a mix of independent work, teamwork, and on-site engagement, this position offers a dynamic opportunity to influence the design of large-scale renewable energy projects while driving innovation in the clean energy space.
What You'll Do
Compensation will be influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, job-related knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and relevant experience as outlined in the job description above.
Benefits
At BlueWave, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include subsidized health, dental, and vision plans, as well as HSA, FSA, & DCFSA options. We also offer life insurance, critical illness and accident coverage, long- and short-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees enjoy unlimited paid time off, 13 paid holidays, "Summer Fridays," dedicated volunteer days, a commuting stipend (for hybrid employees based in MA), and cell phone reimbursement.
EEO Statement
BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity/ or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
A Note To Third-Party Recruiters
BlueWave’s People Team manages all recruitment and hiring activities at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes will only be accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if there is a signed agreement in place AND if the People Team has authorized external recruiting assistance for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of BlueWave. BlueWave is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
BlueWave's mission is to protect our planet by transforming access to renewable energy. As a pioneering renewable energy company that develops and owns solar and battery storage projects, The BlueWave team has a long track record of success and is developing several gigawatts of solar and battery storage projects throughout the United States to ensure our grid is reliable and efficient in a clean energy future. BlueWave is proud to be a certified B Corp, recognized by B Labs as "Best for the World" in Governance.
About The Role
As a Senior Solar Design Engineer at BlueWave, you will play a key role in shaping the development of solar and energy storage projects ranging from 1MW - 250 MW and supporting the Engineering team with high-quality design and drafting. This role sits at the intersection of technical precision and creative problem-solving, requiring collaboration with Development team, Grid Integration, Legal, and other teams to produce optimized system layouts that maximize efficiency and performance. You will contribute to project success by ensuring designs meet industry standards, supporting construction detailing, and integrating production optimization strategies. With a mix of independent work, teamwork, and on-site engagement, this position offers a dynamic opportunity to influence the design of large-scale renewable energy projects while driving innovation in the clean energy space.
What You'll Do
- Leading discussions with Development Engineers and senior designers to produce AutoCAD layouts and design packages
- Working independently as well as with a team to meet established deadlines
- Generating drawings that are in line with company drawing standards and templates
- Following quality control procedures for completeness, accuracy, and code compliance
- Being proactive when communicating with the team
- Generating Bill of Materials from CAD drawing
- Providing civil and electrical construction details for PV and BESS systems
- Provide expected yield and production optimization ideas at various stages of design development
- 25%-30% travel expected to project sites as needed.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 2-year AAS degree in Computer Aided Design and Drafting or equivalent with additional experience in place of the above
- 5 years of drafting/design experience in the solar PV or renewable industry
- Advanced knowledge of solar PV designs and layout considerations
- Advanced understanding of electrical plans, diagrams, and terminology
- Superb problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Willingness to learn and grow technically
- Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with MS Office applications Experience with production estimation tools such as PVsyst, Helioscope, PVCase, etc.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- NABCEP Certification
- Familiarity with civil and grading design
- High voltage/substation experience
- Experience designing utility scale projects in PV, Storage or Cogen facilities
- Construction Management experience
Compensation will be influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to internal pay equity, job-related knowledge, skills, education, certifications, and relevant experience as outlined in the job description above.
Benefits
At BlueWave, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include subsidized health, dental, and vision plans, as well as HSA, FSA, & DCFSA options. We also offer life insurance, critical illness and accident coverage, long- and short-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Employees enjoy unlimited paid time off, 13 paid holidays, "Summer Fridays," dedicated volunteer days, a commuting stipend (for hybrid employees based in MA), and cell phone reimbursement.
EEO Statement
BlueWave is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment is critical to our identity and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, handicap (disability), sexual orientation, gender identity/ or expression, genetics, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, military status or obligation, or other protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
A Note To Third-Party Recruiters
BlueWave’s People Team manages all recruitment and hiring activities at our company. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. Resumes will only be accepted from third-party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies if there is a signed agreement in place AND if the People Team has authorized external recruiting assistance for a specific position. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of BlueWave. BlueWave is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000