Description:
The PV Engineering Intern provides conceptual design deliverables to support commercial and/or utility-scale solar electric system project development. He/she will execute engineering and technical tasks of assigned projects primarily regarding early stage site evaluation, conceptual design development and sensitivity analysis of design variables for optimization. The PV Engineering Intern will identify the most appropriate technical and material solutions for each prospect as well as perform preliminary design calculations for project scoping and feasibility analysis. Deliverables include equipment specifications, conceptual design drawings, site evaluation reports, completed interconnection forms, energy production estimates, and single line electrical diagrams. The PV Engineering Intern will also support Project Engineers in system design efforts for contracted projects. Additionally, the PV Engineering Intern will be asked on occasion to support special projects related to research, data entry and analysis, and updating policies and procedures.
Duties:
- Conduct detailed site evaluations for targeted projects, including but not limited to, due diligence review, proposal development and pre-engineering support to Sales, Finance and Construction.
- Learn to use AutoCAD, PVsyst, HelioScope, Google Sketch-up, and Microsoft Excel
- Gain an understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC), the International Building Code (IBC), the International Fire Code (IFC), and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
- Perform detailed energy production modeling calculations, string sizing, PV array to inverter matching, voltage drop, as well as orientation and inter-row spacing analysis.
- Perform electricity tariff analysis, electricity bill analysis, and load versus energy generation analysis.
- Engage in Request for Proposal (RFP) review, technical writing, and response coordination
- Maintain constant communication with key members of Sales and other departments as needed to ensure optimal system design, including but not limited to, design workload reporting for use in forecasting and scheduling.
- Develop necessary customer deliverables such as conceptual module layouts, single line diagrams, equipment or material specifications, engineering validation, 3-D renderings and photo simulations.
- Provide engineering and/or technical input and direction relevant to site evaluation and characterization, and related project development tasks.
- Manage and work closely with equipment vendors to identify technical challenges and create new solutions
- Work with appropriate electric utilities to prepare and process interconnection paperwork; provide technical support and aid in management of interconnection process.
- Meets and/or exceeds established performance objectives of assigned duties as defined and communicated by management.
Qualifications:
High school diploma and three years progress towards a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering required. Graduating seniors with a BS degree in Engineering will be given priority. Conceptual understanding of solar photovoltaic technology and grid tied solar PV systems. Understanding and working familiarity with current AutoCAD software version is a plus, as well as MS Office suite.
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