Residential PV Designer at GRID ALTERNATIVES – Remote within California, California

About GRID Alternatives

GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service-learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.

Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.

Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.

What it's like to work at GRID…

At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members.

What you will be doing (essential responsibilities):

• Create, review, and modify drawing sets and custom software tools
• Follow standard operating procedures and protocol to ensure accuracy of design layouts
• Design and specify electrical system details including conductor, conduit and overcurrent protection sizing, calculation and mitigation of voltage drop, single lines and connection diagrams
• Perform engineering calculations per the NEC and building codes to properly size equipment
• Size PV systems to customer’s requirements and electrical usage
• Assure that the design/drafting timelines are met and on schedule
• Gain a full understanding of the project scope, schedules, major priority items, achievements, and project coordination procedure
• Coordinate with Project Coordinators to ensure the smooth flow of all information necessary for the completion of the overall project design/drafting effort
• Look for and suggests improvements in assigned project areas
• Verify that all drawings and vendor documents have been properly reviewed and assembled prior to submittal of plan sets
• Complete AHJ revisions/corrections
• Work with Permitting team to apply for and obtain building permits and expedite permitting when possible
• Work with local permitting jurisdictions to assure that our proposals and designs meet their requirements
• Self-proofing work to ensure accuracy before allowing any project to continue through the Pipeline

Your areas of knowledge and expertise...

• Proficient in Sketchup, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office
• Exceptional creative problem-solving and analytical skills
• Acute attention to detail
• Proficient in basic accounting and advanced math
• Experience with electrical or mechanical design
• Knowledge of the National Electric Code
• Knowledge of current Building Codes
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to understand, read, and comprehends contract documents, plans and specifications
• Ability to stay organized and maintains project records

Benefits and how we take care of you

Compensation:

The compensation range for this fulltime position is xxxxx. The base pay that will actually be offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, location, experience and take into account internal equity.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance

Where you will sit & the places you may go…

The ideal candidate will sit in xxxxx. This position may require up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as org-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required. GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.

Important to note for California applicants:

**Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.

Reasonable Accommodation for Job Seekers with a Disability:

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to: RECRUITING@GRIDALTERNATIVES.ORG

Ready to Apply?

Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted.

GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.