Electrical Estimator (Utility Solar)

Miller Bros Solar, LLC

About Miller Bros Solar -

Headquartered in Conshohocken PA, MBS operates 6 GW of both Distributed Generation (DG), Utility Scale PV plants and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across 29 states in North America. Our dedicated team aims to exceed our client expectations, control costs, and enable power plants under our management to achieve expected ROIs. Through meticulous customer- focused operations, financial decision-making procedures, and 24/7/365 availability, MBS provides a full wrap of O&M services tailored to our partners' needs. MBS is an equal opportunity employer. We do not sponsor employment visas.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed electrical cost estimates for solar O&M projects, including corrective maintenance, inverter replacements, cable repairs, combiner replacements, tracker repairs, and balance-of-system upgrades.
• Review project specifications, drawings, scopes of work, and site information to determine labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor requirements.
• Develop and maintain accurate labor production rates for solar electrical work.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing for electrical components, equipment, and services.
• Collaborate with the Operations team to ensure estimates align with field execution strategies and safety requirements.
• Support theBusiness Development team by preparing pricing for service agreements, maintenance contracts, and repair proposals.
• Identify potential project risks and cost drivers during the estimating process.
• Assist with scope clarification, value engineering, and cost optimization strategies.
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records for continuous improvement.
• Participate in handoff meetings with project management and field teams following project award.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of electrical estimating experience, preferably in renewable energy, solar EPC, or electrical contracting.
• Strong understanding of solar electrical systems, including inverters, combiner boxes, transformers, medium-voltage systems, and DC/AC wiring.
• Experience estimating work for utility-scale or commercial solar projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in Excel and estimating software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in solar O&M or service-based estimating.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), OSHA regulations, and electrical safety standards.
• Field experience as an electrician or electrical foreman in solar or power generation environments.
• Familiarity with utility-scale solar plant components and maintenance practices.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $120,000