Solar Designer

Summary 

The Solar Designer is responsible for providing technical expertise for commercial solar installations, including solar rooftop, ground mount, and battery storage projects. You will collaborate with project managers and electrical foremen to drive the engineering process, identifying and solving issues to ensure the successful completion of each project. 

What You'll Do:  

• Review and generate technical drawings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all codes and product requirements. 

• Oversee design sets through various stages (Interconnection, Permit, Construction) while coordinating with the design team to ensure accuracy at each phase. 

• Adhere to all relevant codes, including NEC, IFC, and IBC, throughout the design process. 

• Evaluate and recommend products (e.g., racking, inverters, modules) based on the project’s needs and their potential impact on the overall design. 

• Meet with project managers and electrical foremen to assess scope and identify potential project obstacles. Proactively resolve issues during the project lifecycle. 

What You'll Need for Success:  

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering is preferred 

• Minimum 3+ years in the commercial solar field, with at least 3 years of professional experience in commercial electrical engineering and design. 

• NABCEP Certification is desired 

• Strong understanding of solar photovoltaic, energy storage, and microgrid applications. 

• Proficient in AutoCAD and other BIM software. 

• In-depth knowledge of NEC, IFC, and IBC codes. 

• Familiarity with common solar energy and storage products. 

• Ability to read and create detailed engineering drawings. 

• Understanding of project schedules and timelines. 

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with proven organizational, analytical, and leadership abilities. 
  

Continental Energy Solutions (CES) offers end-to-end commercial renewable energy solutions. We design, engineer, procure, install, commission, monitor, and maintain solar arrays, solar plus battery storage, and full microgrid solutions.  Our experienced team, including NABCEP Certified Professionals, plus our extensive project portfolio of both rooftop and ground mount systems for big-box retail, warehouse, and campus solutions have put CES at the top of our industry in the Midwest. 

Working for Continental Energy Solutions provides: 

• Assistance, tools, and resources for success 

• A collaborative, engaging and respectful workplace 

• Fulfilling career opportunities and skills development 

• A value based working environment: 

E:  Everyone United 

N: Nurture Communication 

E: Enforce Accountability 

R: Relationships Matter 

G: Growth and Development 

Y: You Make the Difference 

Continental Energy Solutions offers a competitive salary may vary based on the scope and responsibilities of the role and the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and skills.  We also offer a rich benefits program that includes medical insurance with a generous company subsidy and HRA; dental and vision; 401(k) with 100% match up to 5% of salary deferrals; profit sharing; retirement benefit; company-provided life and disability insurance; liberal paid time off including PTO, paid holidays, parental leave and volunteer time off; tuition assistance; Employee Assistance Program and company subsidized wellness . 

Continental Energy Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, arrest or conviction record, source of income or credit history.