PV Designer This position can work remotely from anywhere within the United States.
About ArchKey
ArchKey is one of the nation's largest privately held specialty trade installation and integrated facility service companies. We are a leader in designing, building and maintaining electrical, technologies and specialty systems. We're the POWER behind making the improbable possible. We're electrifying the nation, energizing the future and bringing communities to life like never before. What we do today shapes the vision of tomorrow. Our work impacts lives long after the building is done. This means we are committed to building in ways that are not just technologically advanced, but sustainable, scalable and equitable by all. We're not just energizing infrastructure, we're energizing careers, communities, and the future.
Made up of the brightest minds in the industry, our team is our greatest asset bringing knowledge, skills, and experience to every project. This is more than a call to join us, it's an invitation to be part of a visionary journey, to grow with us as we scale.
About the position
As a PV Designer, you will be Responsible for providing constructability and building information modeling (BIM) services for Company projects, performing the design of complex systems, and exercising judgement in evaluation and selection of equipment and systems components for major projects, or for several smaller but complex projects within the Energy Solutions Division. May also provide engineering design and NEC code. Develops fully constructible 3D models and prepares detailed electrical construction and installation documents as needed to support field electricians with challenging electrical installations and may perform design/build activities and permit set development.
Our Ideal Candidate
Has a growth mindset and is always looking to continually learn and grow.
Has strong knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
Can work independently and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
Day in the life
Performs circuit layouts, electrical power, communication systems and lighting design services, job scheduling, job completion, quality control, problem resolution, coordination, job communication, job tracking and Company client satisfaction activities for assigned projects, to achieve safety, high quality, and efficiency of work.
Performs PV production modeling using PVSyst, PVWatts, Aurora, and Energy Toolbase.
Photovoltaic and battery storage design and layouts including PV/battery system sizing, module string sizing, and equipment selection.
Facilitates constructability and prefab strategies on assigned projects from inception through completion, in consultation with the project team. Completes 2D and 3D drafting tasks to support electrical construction initiatives, utilizing Autodesk and other standard Company software.
Works closely with design teams while applying detailed attention to modeling, clashing and annotating sheets. Gathers and requests specific information from other design disciplines necessary to move forward and complete electrical designs on schedule. Surveys job sites as needed for scope of work and quality to determine compliance with the prepared documents.
May prepare detailed engineering and construction installation documents, develop conceptual designs, sketches, or value engineering ideas to help prepare estimates. Provides calculations, specifications, estimates, device coordination, proposals and other details required to complete electrical designs on schedule.
Consults with vendors and reviews project shop drawings for design accuracy and contract requirements. May work with project teams to develop engineered construction installation drawings from contract documents developed by outside firms. Participates in electrical construction-related training.
Supports and complies with all BIM, modeling, prefab, technologies, and planning standards. Provides recommendations for changes to improve standards and procedures, as necessary. Responds to questions and addresses problems with appropriate resolutions and plan revisions. Stays informed of new electrical and safety codes, materials, technologies, and practices.
Assists in managing design budgets and forecasting resource needs. May attend BIM coordination meetings and/or multi-discipline design review meetings and make appropriate changes as needed, escalating cost and scheduling issues as needed.
Designers who support projects in CA are required to comply with Title 24 building energy standards.
Develops, designs and reviews drawings for T24 compliance.
Evaluates fixtures and lighting systems to comply with Title 24 regulations.
Utilizes software and processes for meeting Title 24 requirements.
Coordinates and advises project managers on compliance options and solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent work experience in electrical engineering, electrical design, or a related field. Bachelor's degree from an accredited bachelor level engineering technology (ABET) program required for engineering track roles.
Minimum 2+ years of BIM modeling experience and electrical design experience in the PV industry.
Journeyman or Master Electrician License helpful. Professional Engineering (PE) license or the ability to take the PE exam within a year of hire may be required for engineering track roles.
Experience and proficiency using Revit, Autodesk, Navisworks, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office software. Working knowledge of engineering analysis software may be required.
Considerable experience supporting field electricians and a strong desire to learn more about electrical design and field installation methods of large-scale construction projects, with a commitment to being a dependable team player and growing with the Company.
Trained and proficient with design techniques, electrical specifications, documentation, scheduling and power, lighting, and systems design work. Skills to read, interpret and understand electrical contracts, plans, drawings, and specifications. Knowledge of the National Electric Code and other building codes as they relate to design.
Travel
Occasional travel may be required
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. #CA30-1
