Solar Design Engineer

Solar PV Design Engineer

Company: Invaleon Technologies Corporation
Location: Woburn, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $75,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience

About Invaleon

Invaleon Technologies Corporation is an established solar engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company specializing in commercial and industrial renewable energy projects throughout the Northeast.

Founded in 2011, Invaleon has completed hundreds of solar installations, with extensive experience in commercial rooftop, ground-mounted, and carport solar PV systems.

We are seeking a motivated Solar PV Design Engineer to join our engineering team. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with technically challenging commercial solar and battery energy storage projects while working directly under our Engineering Manager.

Position Overview

The Solar PV Design Engineer will assist in developing electrical design packages for commercial and industrial solar photovoltaic systems.

Working under the direction of our Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will prepare engineering drawings, perform electrical calculations, coordinate equipment specifications, and support projects through permitting and construction.

We are looking for someone with a solid technical foundation, strong AutoCAD proficiency, and a genuine interest in solar electrical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical drawings for commercial solar PV projects, including single-line diagrams, PV layouts, wiring diagrams, equipment schedules, and construction details.
• Develop and revise AutoCAD drawing packages for permitting, utility interconnection, and construction.
• Perform electrical calculations, including conductor sizing, conduit fill, voltage drop, and overcurrent protection, under engineering supervision.
• Assist with solar PV string sizing, inverter selection, electrical equipment specifications, and system configurations.
• Apply NEC requirements and applicable electrical standards to solar PV system designs.
• Review equipment datasheets and manufacturer installation requirements.
• Incorporate engineering review comments and revise drawings as necessary.
• Coordinate with project managers, field personnel, equipment manufacturers, and external engineering consultants.
• Support the design of battery energy storage systems and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Assist with resolving technical questions during procurement, installation, and commissioning.
• Maintain organized project documentation and ensure drawings are accurate and consistent.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent technical experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in solar PV design, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Basic understanding of electrical distribution systems, including AC/DC circuits, three-phase power, transformers, and circuit protection.
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications, and equipment datasheets.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established engineering standards.
• Good organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and incorporate technical feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience designing commercial or industrial solar PV systems.
• Familiarity with NEC Articles 690 and 705.
• Experience preparing electrical single-line diagrams and performing conductor and conduit calculations.
• Familiarity with commercial solar inverters, optimizers, combiners, and electrical balance-of-system equipment.
• Experience with solar design tools such as PVsyst, HelioScope, or Aurora Solar.
• Exposure to battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Familiarity with utility interconnection requirements in Massachusetts and surrounding states.
• Experience working with an EPC contractor or electrical engineering consulting firm.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a dependable and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in producing accurate engineering work.

The ideal candidate has a strong willingness to learn, pays close attention to technical details, and is comfortable asking questions and working through engineering challenges.

You will work directly with our Engineering Manager and have the opportunity to develop your technical abilities across a wide range of commercial solar and energy storage projects.

Compensation

$75,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Invaleon Technologies Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• How many years of commercial or industrial solar PV electrical design experience do you have?
• Have you independently prepared electrical single-line diagrams and conductor/OCPD calculations for commercial solar projects?
• Are you proficient in AutoCAD and able to develop a complete electrical drawing package?
• Have you designed three-phase commercial PV systems greater than 500 kW?
• Have you designed AC-coupled or DC-coupled BESS systems?
• Can you provide redacted samples of commercial solar electrical drawings you personally developed?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Solar Design: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Woburn, MA 01801 (Required)

Work Location: In person