Design Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $24.00-$26.50 / HR

Design Specialist-Job Opening

At Sugar Hollow Solar, we are fueled by the belief that humans can flourish on this planet in an ecologically sustainable way, and the pathway to get there starts with abundant clean energy!

Based out of Asheville, NC, Sugar Hollow Solar offers energy solutions for homes, farms, small businesses and other commercial properties by designing and installing solar electric systems (rooftop or ground-mounted), battery backup systems and EV charger stations, as well as, systems maintenance.

Sugar Hollow Solar has grown into Western North Carolina's largest solar installer, having completed over 900 installations with an unwavering commitment to quality and integrity. Our mission is to preserve this beautiful planet for ourselves and future generations by transitioning our community to clean, renewable energy, using business as a positive force for change!

Sugar Hollow Solar is hiring a Design Specialist! This key position is responsible for creating accurate system designs for residential projects based on site analysis, including roof conditions and shading, to meet Sugar Hollow Solar clients energy needs. The role is responsible for refining proposal designs after sale, verifying production estimates are within tolerance and preparing technical documentation. In addition, the Design Specialist collaborates with project teams to ensure code-compliant installations and provides technical support during installation and commissioning, including troubleshooting as needed.

Our ideal candidate brings strong foundational knowledge of photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, solid experience with solar design, drafting or a related field to the position and believes in the power of renewable energy!

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Creates detailed models and layouts of PV and ESS systems, ensuring appropriate placement of panels and other equipment
• Reviews the sold project proposal, pricing and preliminary design. Analyzes site survey data, roof conditions and shading to confirm that the proposed system is installable and will perform as intended for the customer
• Updates layouts and production estimates after the site survey using updated survey imagery and site model.
• Ensures designs meet all applicable codes, utility interconnection requirements and jurisdictional permitting standards
• Creates detailed project documentation, including the system electrical diagram, installation plan set and installation instructions
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders (design, sales, procurement, pre-construction) to ensure proper design, profitability and installability of Sugar Hollow Solar systems
• Provides technical support during installations and commissioning and helps to troubleshoot any issues that may arise
• Assist the Proposal Design Specialist as needed
• Assist the Design & Engineering Manager with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Rate : $24.00-$26.50 / HR

This is a remote position in Asheville NC with a requirement to be in office for All-Staff Meetings (4-12 times annually)