Solar Energy Engineer - Energy Solutions
About the role
CMTA, a Legence Company, is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. The Energy Solutions division delivers Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Design/Build Contracts, focusing on budget-neutral facility upgrades covering scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement and verification, and ongoing energy management services. The division also has extensive experience in zero energy buildings and renewable energy projects including behind-the-meter, front-of-the-meter, and community solar, with capabilities in Solar PV, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), microgrids, and EV charging infrastructure.
This position works with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission solar PV, battery, and EV charging systems for various clients. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background.
Responsibilities
- Design solar PV, battery energy storage, and EV charging systems
- Prepare bids and proposals for energy projects
- Project manage installations from scope development through commissioning
- Commission solar PV, battery, and EV charging systems
- Collaborate with engineering team on Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs) and Design/Build Contracts
Requirements
- 0–3+ years of experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Skills
- Revit/AutoCAD (preferred, not required)
- Electrical engineering: ability to develop, read, and discuss single line diagrams for PV systems (preferred, not required)
- Energy fundamentals: Real Power, Reactive Power, and Apparent Power
- Solar: knowledge of grid-tied PV systems and associated components (preferred, not required)
- Power Distribution: knowledge of 3-Phase Power Systems (preferred, not required)
- Construction: basic understanding of project management, project flow, and deadlines
- Design: familiarity with SMA, SolarEdge, Fronius, and other inverter products (preferred, not required)
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match: dollar-for-dollar match 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 with option for voluntary buy-up for additional coverage
- Time Off: flexible non-accrual vacation; company holidays per policy (California paid sick leave separate where applicable)
- Expenses: business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy