Position Title: Electrical PV DesignerReports to: $81,000-$120,000Position Summary:Engineer Level 3: An independent designer with functional knowledge and experience in designing small- and large-scale solar PV/BESS power systems ranging from 1 to 500+ MW interconnected at low- to medium-voltage levels. Independently evaluates, selects, and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, using judgment in making adaptations and modifications. Receives instructions on specific assignments, complex features, and possible solutions. Assistance is furnished on unusual problems. Work is reviewed for correctness and application of the QAQC Process and professional judgment.Supervisory Responsibilities:

May supervise or coordinate the work of other Designers and CAD drafters

Essential Job Functions:

Perform design tasks assigned by Electrical, Lead or Supervising Engineers
Perform progressively independent design of complete construction drawings including but not limited to medium and low voltage AC, DC, grounding, and DAS wiring diagrams, electrical site plans, and equipment layouts
Understand, prepare, and execute supporting calculations of the PV field DC and AC collection electrical infra-structure design including but not limited to equipment, conductor, conduit, and OCPD sizing, and voltage drop/power loss
Assemble design drawings and documents and provide or coordinate delivery
Attend meetings with internal and external customers and provide engineering support through design and construction phases including but not limited to reviewing equipment submittals, responding to RFIs, and addressing AHJ comments
Follow QAQC processes through design and construction phases

Other Functions:

Attend site visits as needed
Increased interaction with Project Managers, external design teams and information management
Maintain professional and technical development goals to acquire PE certification
Provide mentorship to less experienced designers

Other Responsibilities:

Perform job functions at both detailed design and preliminary proposal levels
Implement the engineering department's design and CAD workflows among team
Interact and coordinate with CEI's inter-department staff and managers supporting their agenda
Apply complete conformance of State, NEC and NESC codes to documents
Coordinate with CAD Manager for project support
Provide conformance to the standards and processes outlined by the CAD Manager

Minimum Requirements:

Electrical Engineering or similar Bachelor of Science degree
2-3 years working for an electrical design firm or design build electrical contractor
Engineer-in-Training Certification (EIT)
Solar electrical systems background
Understanding of the NEC and NESC as applicable to commercial and utility scale power systems design and construction
AutoCAD (expert proficiency)
Microsoft Office Applications (advanced proficiency)
ETAP or equivalent power system analysis software (desired)
Cymcap (desired)
PVsyst (desired)
Immaculate file management skills
Possess meticulous work habits including close attention to detail, superior organizational skills, ability to effectively communicate and present technical information verbally and in writing via Microsoft Office applications (mainly Excel and Word)
Excellent time management and people skills
Strong problem-solving skills

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

About Cupertino Electric, Inc.

Cupertino Electric, Inc. (CEI) is headquartered in San Jose, Calif. and has provided expert engineering and construction services for a constantly evolving world for60 years. Its Renewables Division designs, constructs and manages innovative solar and alternative energy solutions. For more information, visit www.cei.com.