Solar Design Engineer Jobs

Solar Design Engineer jobs are open across residential solar installers, commercial EPC firms, and utility-scale developers, covering specializations in PV system design, energy modeling, and structural engineering support, from entry-level designers to senior and principal engineers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTesla
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Solar and Storage Design Consultant (Sdc)
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Solar and Storage Design Consultant (Sdc)
A&R Solar
Tualatin, Oregon
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
51-200

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Preconstruction Assistant Design Phase Manager - Solar
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Preconstruction Assistant Design Phase Manager - Solar
Mortenson Construction
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
$102k - $138k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
1,001-5,000

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Solar Design Engineer
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Solar Design Engineer
Teksky LLC
Woburn, Massachusetts
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$80k - $100k/yr
On-Site
None

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Solar Design Engineer
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Solar Design Engineer
NY State Solar
New York, New York
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
$60k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Solar + Storage Design Engineer /Project Manager
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Solar + Storage Design Engineer /Project Manager
Whitman
Somerset, New Jersey
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$90k - $115k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Solar Design Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Tesla3 open roles
K2 Space3 open roles
Mortenson Construction2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in solar design engineer jobs.

  • Proficiency in PV design software such as Aurora Solar, Helioscope, or PVsyst
  • Experience producing permit-ready plan sets and interconnection drawings
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
  • Familiarity with NEC electrical codes and AHJ submittal requirements
  • NABCEP PV Design Specialist or PV Installation Professional certification preferred
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD tools for site layout and structural drawings

Tips for Your Solar Design Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume for PV software

List every solar design tool you've used by name, including PVsyst, Aurora Solar, Helioscope, and AutoCAD. Recruiters scan for these specifically. Generic mentions of 'design software' won't get you past an applicant tracking system screening for solar-specific tools.

Highlight permit-ready design experience

Many postings require experience producing permit-ready plan sets, not just conceptual layouts. If you've prepared interconnection packages, AHJ-compliant drawings, or structural attachment details, call that out explicitly in your work history with the project types involved.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists solar design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by project scale

Residential, commercial, and utility-scale solar roles require different skill sets and tools. Filter your search by project size so you apply to roles where your experience with that wattage range, interconnection voltage, and design software matches what the employer actually needs.

Prepare a design portfolio with real examples

Bring redacted samples of one-line diagrams, site layouts, or shading analyses you've completed. Interviewers for solar design roles routinely ask candidates to walk through a past design decision, so having a visual reference gives you a concrete anchor for those conversations.

Negotiate around project pipeline, not just pay

Ask about the volume and mix of projects in the design queue before accepting an offer. A role with thin pipeline or heavy revisions per project can stall your skill development fast. Understanding backlog size and design-to-approval cycle times tells you a lot about day-to-day workload and growth.

Solar Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most solar design engineers?

Tesla, K2 Space, and Mortenson Construction are hiring the most solar design engineers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity shifts with utility procurement cycles, so checking current listings gives you the most accurate picture.

How many solar design engineer jobs are remote?

About 70% of solar design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on energy modeling, PV system design reviews, and permit package preparation rather than on-site survey or construction oversight work.

How do you become a solar design engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, then build hands-on experience with PV design software such as Aurora Solar or PVsyst through internships, freelance residential projects, or entry-level design roles. Earning a NABCEP PV Design Specialist certification signals technical credibility to employers. Familiarity with NEC electrical codes and AHJ submittal processes rounds out the core competency set most employers require.

Can you get hired as a solar design engineer with little experience?

Yes, entry-level solar design engineer roles exist, particularly at residential solar companies handling high volumes of permit-ready packages. Building a portfolio of completed designs using free or trial versions of PVsyst or Helioscope, taking an NEC fundamentals course, and applying to companies known for structured training programs are the most effective ways to break in without prior professional solar design experience.

What does the solar design engineer interview process look like?

Most solar design engineer interviews include an initial screening call focused on software proficiency and project types, followed by a technical interview where you walk through a past design or complete a take-home design exercise using tools like Aurora Solar or PVsyst. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with engineering leadership about code compliance experience, project volume, and your approach to resolving AHJ feedback on submitted packages.

Where can I find and apply to solar design engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to solar design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your experience with PV design tools, project scale, and certification background, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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