CareerPlan

Senior Staff Engineer, Renewable Engineering (Solar)

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$90k–$110k2026-10-16 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid · United StatesNo visa sponsorship

Core

Perform engineering activities for project development and assist with technical design and evaluation of utility-scale solar projects in North America.

Role type

Senior Staff Engineer (Solar Project Development)

Builds

Utility-scale solar power projects

Domain

Renewable Energy / Solar / Power Infrastructure

Required skills

Performance modeling (PVSyst, SAM), Meteorological data analysis (MCP methods), CAD, GIS, OEM interface, Site evaluation, Permitting support, Electrical system design compliance

Preferred skills

Energy project economics (NPV, IRR, LCOE), Multi-tasking, Renewable energy industry experience

Technologies

PVSyst, System Advisory Model (SAM), CAD, GIS, Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Prepare energy production estimates using performance modeling software; Analyze meteorological datasets and utilize MCP methods; Prepare conceptual project layouts using CAD and GIS; Interface with OEMs for technical information; Conduct site visits and participate in landowner/community meetings; Assist with federal, state, and local permitting; Support sales proposals and work with structured finance teams; Interface with Project Management and Operations teams; Support electrical system design and compliance efforts.

Seniority

Senior Staff, hands-on IC