Senior Solar Energy Engineer - Energy Solutions

About the role

The Energy Solutions division of CMTA is the fastest growing division of our large and growing company. This position will work with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients of CMTA.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery and EV charging systems for various clients of CMTA.
• Help clients achieve their energy goals through innovative and sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure project success and satisfaction.

Requirements

• 5-10+ years of experience - PV & Battery installations (small commercial and large commercial (50-2MW+)NABCEP PV Installation, Designer, Commissioning or Inspector Certification (preferred, but not required)
• Knowledge of Installation of AC & DC electrical wiring, communications and monitoring systems. (SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius, Chint ect.)
• Thorough knowledge of the NEC electrical code, especially section 690.
• Experience with PV Interconnection documents and ability to understand and sift through utility tariffs.
• Experience with behind the meter and ahead of the meter interconnections.
• Experience with modeling PV production (SAM, PV Syst, Helioscope etc.).
• Ability to understand structural drawings & associated industry verbiage.
• Vast knowledge base of PV racking types from pitched roof to flat roofs, carports to ground mounts. (Unirac, PanelClaw, Terrasmart, Iron Ridge etc.).

Skills

• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD is required.
• Electrical engineering – Ability to develop, read and discuss single line diagrams for PV systems (Ability to calculate voltage drop, conduit fill, transformer sizing, short circuit current calculations etc. )
• Solar – Knowledge of grid tied PV systems & associated components
• Power Distribution – Knowledge of 3-Phase Power Systems & microgrids
• Construction – Familiarity with project management, project flow & deadlines
• Design - Familiarity with SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius & Other inverter products/design software

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Benefits

Benefits Overview
401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.
Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.
Life and Disability Insurance: Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
Time Off: Flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.).
Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Reasons & Considerations

Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.