Design Engineer

About Us

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About Our Client

Our client is a leader in the solar energy industry, committed to delivering high-quality solar solutions and exceptional customer service. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, the company works to ensure reliable solar installations and long-term customer satisfaction.

About the Role

Join a leading US solar energy company as a Solar Design Engineer , supporting the technical and operational aspects of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. We are looking for an engineer with a strong electrical background and hands-on experience in PV service, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving.

In this role, you will help diagnose and resolve issues with solar installations, provide technical guidance to field teams, and contribute to improving system performance and installation quality. Experience in electrical or solar design is highly valued, along with the ability to bridge the gap between technical design and real-world field operations.

This is an opportunity to combine engineering knowledge with practical problem-solving while helping field teams deliver reliable, high-quality solar solutions.

This is a 100% remote, contractor role.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot technical, electrical, and system performance issues involving solar PV installations.
• Provide technical support and guidance to field technicians, installers, and electricians.
• Diagnose system faults and recommend effective solutions to resolve installation and service issues.
• Review electrical designs, system layouts, and technical documentation to identify potential issues and support accurate installations.
• Collaborate with field operations and internal engineering teams to resolve complex technical challenges.
• Identify recurring service issues and recommend improvements to troubleshooting procedures and operational workflows.
• Support field teams during inspections, service calls, and escalated technical cases.
• Contribute technical expertise to training and knowledge-sharing initiatives for field personnel.
• Ensure installations and service solutions meet applicable electrical standards, codes, and quality requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in electrical engineering, solar PV systems, technical service, engineering support, or a related field.
• Strong background in electrical engineering and a solid understanding of electrical systems.
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting, diagnosing, and resolving technical issues in solar PV systems or related electrical installations.
• Experience in electrical design, solar system design, or technical design documentation.
• Ability to interpret electrical diagrams, system layouts, and technical specifications.
• Experience supporting technicians, installers, electricians, or field service teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and recommend practical solutions.
• Familiarity with electrical codes, safety standards, and building requirements is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Professional English proficiency for daily communication with US-based teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Previous experience in solar PV service, field service engineering, or solar Operations and Maintenance (O&M).
• Training or coursework in solar photovoltaic systems.
• NABCEP certification or an electrical license is a plus, but not required.
• Experience in construction, renewable energy, electrical installations, or related industries.

Perks - What’s in It for You?

• Compensation in USD.
• 3 weeks of paid time off.
• US holidays off.
• 100% remote work as an independent contractor.
• The opportunity to work with a US leader in the solar energy industry.
• A collaborative environment focused on technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.