Solar Design Manager

1 week ago


San Diego, California, United States Solv Energy, LLC. Full time

SOLV Energy is a leading engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), and solar services provider for utility solar, high voltage substation, and energy storage markets across North America.

Job Description Summary:

The Utility Scale Solar Designer will be responsible for managing the in-house civil design process.

  • Lead and mentor a team of civil designer engineers, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Assign tasks, set priorities, and ensure the team meets project deadlines and objectives.

Civil Design Development

Develop comprehensive civil designs for utility-scale solar projects, including site layouts, grading plans, earthwork analysis, erosion control, stormwater management systems, access roads, and foundation designs. Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments early in the RFP phase to identify potential constraints and optimal design solutions.

The primary focus will be developing 30% designs to serve as the basis for our business development and estimating efforts.

Code and Regulatory Compliance

Ensure designs adhere to all relevant building codes, zoning ordinances, environmental regulations, and permitting requirements. Stay up-to-date on changes in the regulatory landscape.

Project Management

Foster effective communication and collaboration between the civil design group and cross-function teams, including internal and external engineers, project managers, pre-construction managers, procurement specialists, schedulers, estimators, and construction teams.

Address civil design-related issues, coordinate with other departments, and liaise with clients, IEs, and suppliers to ensure project success.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Integrate civil design elements into the overall project plan by working closely with the electrical engineering, environmental compliance, procurement, estimating, operations, and project management teams.

QA/QC

Review and approve all drawings, calculations, and specifications created by your team to ensure compliance with all projects, SOLV, and AHJ requirements.

Provide value engineering suggestions for alternative products and solutions that meet project requirements while reducing costs.

Proactively identify and resolve potential design and construction challenges and coordinate with various stakeholders to develop cost-effective solutions.

Training and Development

Identify training and development needs within the department and provide opportunities for skills enhancement and professional growth.

Stay updated on industry best practices and technological advancements in utility-scale solar design.

Documentation

Oversee the maintenance of accurate project documentation, including design revision/iteration history.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
  • Minimum of 5+ years of experience in civil engineering design, with at least 3 years in the utility-scale solar energy industry.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in civil design software (AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar).
  • Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal regulations related to civil engineering and solar development.
  • In-depth knowledge of applicable building codes, engineering principles, and industry best practices.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to safety.
  • Ability in problem-solving and decision-making.
  • Strong sense of urgency.

Benefits:

  • Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and disability insurance.
  • Employees can enroll in our company's 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick, and holiday pay.

Compensation Range: $133,792.00 - $167,240.00 per annum.
Pay Rate Type: Salary.
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