Solar Engineer Jobs

Solar Engineer jobs are open from entry-level to senior and principal across utilities, EPCs, and project developers, with specializations in PV system design, grid interconnection, and energy storage integration. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles191+
Top stateTexas
Top employerTesla
Top cityBastrop, TX
Work type48% Hybrid
Top industryRenewable Energy

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Electrical Engineer - Solar
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Electrical Engineer - Solar
Atwell
Remote
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
$100k - $125k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Senior Space Solar Array Assembly Development Engineer
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Senior Space Solar Array Assembly Development Engineer
Blue Origin
Central, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Solar PV Test Engineer III – Solar Center of Excellence
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Solar PV Test Engineer III – Solar Center of Excellence
Blue Origin
Seattle, Washington
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$121k - $169k.2/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Solar Array Development Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
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Solar Array Development Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin
Florida
Cloud Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Solar Electrical Engineer
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Solar Electrical Engineer
Syncarpha Capital
Morristown, New Jersey
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Solar Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Tesla23
  • SpaceX23
  • Blue Origin12
  • K2 Space9
  • Starpath Robotics6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Renewable Energy
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Technology & Software

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in solar engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in PV system design software such as PVsyst, Helioscope, or SAM
  • Experience with AutoCAD or similar tools for single-line diagram and site plan production
  • Familiarity with NEC codes, IEC standards, and local AHJ permitting requirements
  • NABCEP PV Installation Professional or equivalent certification preferred
  • Experience supporting grid interconnection studies and utility coordination processes

Tips for Your Solar Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to project scale

Solar engineer postings often specify residential, commercial, or utility-scale experience. Align your resume to the project size the employer works on, calling out MW capacity completed and any relevant design software like PVsyst or AutoCAD.

Highlight certifications beyond the degree

NABCEP certifications signal hands-on competency that a bachelor's degree alone doesn't prove. List your NABCEP PV Installation Professional or PV Technical Sales credential prominently, since many hiring managers filter for it before reading the full resume.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Target openings by interconnection region

Utility-scale roles often require knowledge of a specific grid region such as CAISO, ERCOT, or PJM. Filter your search by state or region and confirm the posting's interconnection context before applying so your cover letter addresses it directly.

Prepare a portfolio of completed system designs

Bring three to five design packages to any interview: single-line diagrams, shading analysis outputs, and energy yield reports. Interviewers for solar engineer roles routinely ask you to walk through a past design decision, and a portfolio turns that into a strength.

Negotiate your offer using project pipeline data

Before your offer conversation, research the company's announced project pipeline and contracted capacity. Solar engineers with utility-scale backlog experience command stronger offers, and showing you understand the employer's pipeline demonstrates both market awareness and negotiating confidence.

Solar Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most solar engineers?

The companies hiring the most solar engineers right now include Tesla, SpaceX, and Blue Origin, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utility-scale developers and large EPCs tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.

How many solar engineer jobs are remote?

About 59% of solar engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in design-focused roles such as energy modeling, electrical layout, and interconnection study coordination. Field-heavy positions in commissioning and construction management are almost always on-site.

How do you become a solar engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering, then build hands-on experience through internships or entry-level roles at solar EPCs or developers. Earning a NABCEP certification strengthens your candidacy significantly. From there, gaining exposure to design software, NEC codes, and interconnection processes positions you for mid-level and senior roles.

Can you get hired as a solar engineer without direct solar experience?

Yes, candidates from adjacent engineering fields can break in by demonstrating transferable skills. Electrical engineers with power systems coursework, civil engineers with site development experience, and mechanical engineers with thermal or structural backgrounds are all viable candidates. Completing a personal PV design project using industry software and earning an entry-level NABCEP credential closes most of the gap.

What does the solar engineer interview process look like?

Most solar engineer interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a recruiter or hiring manager screen covering your background and project experience. The technical round involves design problems, software walkthroughs, or code-related questions. Final rounds often include a presentation of a past project or a take-home design exercise reviewed by the engineering team.

Where can I find and apply to solar engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to solar engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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