KMB Design Group, LLC is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Solar Engineering Project Manager to join our growing Solar Division. This leadership role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact commercial and utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) projects from concept through construction. Based in our Wall, NJ office, the ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong project management skills to drive project success and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, gathering project requirements and developing schedules that align with client expectations.
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams in the design and delivery of solar PV systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Assign and manage tasks among junior staff, mentoring team members and maximizing productivity based on individual skill sets and development goals.
- Oversee and coordinate the work of external sub-consultants and vendors.
- Monitor and track project progress, proactively identifying risks and opportunities to keep initiatives on schedule and within scope.
- Facilitate clear and timely communication with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders, providing expert responses to technical inquiries.
- Champion continuous improvement in engineering and project delivery processes through innovation and leadership.
Technical Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will have the ability to independently execute all phases of PV system design, including:
- Conducting on-site investigations and feasibility assessments
- Creating detailed PV system layouts and performing system performance modeling (PV Syst, Helioscope)
- Producing electrical construction documents using AutoCAD
- Designing electrical distribution systems, including single-line diagrams, voltage drop calculations, and conductor/raceway sizing
- Designing and specifying medium voltage systems (preferred, but not required)
- Coordinating with utility companies and ensuring interconnection compliance
- Performing in-depth code reviews and preparing project specifications
- Conducting final inspections and developing punch lists for project close-out
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in solar electrical engineering and 7+ years of experience as a project manager
- Proven ability to produce high-quality construction documents in a design engineering role
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Working knowledge of PV Syst, Helioscope, and ETAP (preferred)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
KMB Design Group, LLC is a full-service engineering firm known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term client partnerships. We take pride in our talented team and collaborative culture. If you are passionate about renewable energy and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply and grow with us. Please submit your resume.