What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solar Engineer position at Vallum Associates?
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Solar Designer – C&I to support the design and development of commercial and industrial solar PV projects. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in PV system design, a solid understanding of C&I electrical infrastructure, and experience working across project development, engineering, and construction teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design rooftop, ground-mounted, and carport solar PV systems for C&I clients
- Develop preliminary and detailed system layouts, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and electrical designs
- Perform site feasibility assessments, shading analysis, and energy yield simulations
- Optimize system designs for performance, cost, constructability, and code compliance
- Prepare design packages for permitting, interconnection, and construction
- Coordinate with sales, project managers, engineers, and external stakeholders
- Ensure designs comply with local AHJs, NEC, utility requirements, and applicable codes
- Support value engineering, equipment selection, and technical due diligence
- Provide technical support during construction and commissioning as needed
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Renewable Energy, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2 years of experience designing commercial & industrial solar PV systems
- Strong knowledge of C&I electrical systems, including 3-phase power
- Proficiency with solar design tools such as AutoCAD, Aurora, HelioScope, PVsyst, or similar
- Solid understanding of NEC, interconnection standards, and permitting processes
- Experience with rooftop structural considerations and electrical layouts
- Ability to interpret utility bills, load profiles, and site constraints
Preferred Qualifications
- NABCEP Certification (PV Design or PV Professional)
- Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS) in C&I applications
- Familiarity with utility-scale interconnection studies and utility coordination
- Experience supporting EPC or developer-led project teams
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000