Electrical Engineer, PE in Rochester, Minnesota at Solar Connection

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COMPANY OVERVIEW

Solar Connection, established in 2010, is a privately-owned solar energy solutions company that designs and installs innovative solar energy systems for a variety of customers, including homes, business, and farms throughout the regions. We are a forward-thinking company that values integrity, our diverse team, sustainability, and innovation. Headquartered in Rochester, Minnesota, our organization is a leader in our field with resources and additional opportunities in road construction and maintenance, aggregate, transportation logistics, and emerging technology throughout the Midwest. To learn about our team, visit us at: www.solarconnectioninc.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Electrical Engineer, PE will provide technical leadership, engineering review, analysis, and professional oversight for electrical designs. This position works closely with the design team and management to ensure electrical systems are safe, efficient, and compliant with applicable codes, standards, and requirements. This position assumes professional responsibility for designs under their seal.

Responsibilities include:

1. Review solar system designs which include single-line electrical drawings, three-line electrical diagrams, site plans, mechanical racking and attachment plans, interconnection details and specification of BOS location
2. Seal engineering documents in accordance with state licensing requirements and serve as Engineer of Record on designated projects
3. Oversee high-quality system design documentation using AutoCAD, GIS software, Helioscope, Scanifly, PVSyst models product specifications, and commissioning plan
4. Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, industry standards, and client requirements
5. Advise clients on technical options, budgets, and project decisions, ensuring solutions meet both functional and regulatory requirements
6. Assist with design, development, testing, and supervision of electrical systems across residential and commercial projects
7. Coordinate with project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies to ensure timely delivery and adherence to client specifications
8. Support project schedules, budgets, and resources
9. Prepare technical reports, schematics, and presentations for stakeholders while maintaining clear communication throughout project lifecycles
10. Provide guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, supervise technical staff, and promote professional development within the team

BENEFITS

Starting wage $120,000 - $125,000/annually depending on experience. Retirement program including profit sharing. Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Paid vacation, sick, and holidays available immediately.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
2. Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Minnesota required. Wisconsin and Iowa licensure, or the ability to obtain licensure through comity/reciprocity, preferred.
3. NABCEP certification, PV Associate minimum
4. 5+ years of relevant electrical engineering experience, including system design, project management, and construction oversight
5. Certifications in electrical safety or project management are desired
6. Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, NEC, and software tools such as AutoCAD, Helioscope, GIS, and PVSyst.
7. Strong verbal and written communication, leadership, problem-solving, and client service skills

Please include a resume with your application.

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