PV Designer - Renewables

We are sourcing candidates for a Entry-level Engineer position at offices indicated to join our Renewables Electrical Team. Full time, in-office presence is preferred, with remote/hybrid work a possibility.

The Renewables Team at LaBella focuses on designing and supporting the construction of small-to-utility scale Photovoltaic (PV) and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects throughout the United States. The position involves collaboration with colleagues in LaBella across multiple disciplines including the Civil, Power, Environmental, Energy and Structural groups.

Services provided by the Electrical Team include Site Feasibility Assessments, Utility Application Support, design and generation of Construction Documents, Construction Engineering Support (meetings, RFI’s, submittal reviews, mechanical completion inspection, etc.) and Independent Engineer Reviews.

The engineer will be an integral part of an experienced and dedicated team that is working on an exciting and diverse portfolio of projects with a broad client base. The position provides opportunity to advance career goals and comes with a competitive starting salary, incentive compensation, a comprehensive benefit package, and the option of becoming a LaBella shareholder.

Duties

The position includes, and is not limited to, the following responsibilities in support of team PV & BESS projects:

• Work independently and as part of a team to design, manage and complete project designs.
• Collaborate with other internal divisions and external clients in a professional manner.
• Engage in design training and mentoring activities that build a strong technical foundation.
• Follow industry best practices and LaBella standards to design and draft clear and cost-effective construction set deliverables.
• Review project drawings and documentation.
• Calculate and design PV stringing layout.
• Size cables, overcurrent protective devices and equipment ratings per NEC.
• Perform layout of Point of Interconnection equipment.
• Coordinate with client and Civil Engineer regarding site layout.
• Grounding design per NEC and utility requirements.
• Transformer, inverter and combiner box selection and installation details.
• Equipment and material specification, selection, and review.
• Ensure project compliance with NFPA 70 (NEC) and IEEE-C2 (NESC).
• Conduct site visits.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

The specified salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, education, and work location.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, energy engineering, engineering technology or related program.
• AutoCAD (or similar) experience
• 5+ years professional engineering experience.
• 3+ years professional engineering experience in the energy or construction industries.
• Preferred: 3+ years of experience working in the energy industry.
• New York State Professional Engineer’s license is a plus.
• Experience in the following software is a plus:
• PVCase
• PVSyst
• eTap

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.