Solar Energy Consultant

GPTech is a global energy and infrastructure consulting firm passionate about engineering and energizing a future for all. We are a close-knit team of highly qualified technical and development professionals dedicated to making a lasting impact.

Working at the intersection of energy, infrastructure, and development, GPTech provides solutions to government agencies, quasi-government organizations, multilateral financial institutions, and utilities with sizable investments in energy and infrastructure.

Providing comprehensive services for the entire project lifecycle, we deliver solutions to help clients save money, enhance operations, protect the environment, and achieve sustainable impacts. We are a trusted partner for delivering solutions through ongoing engagement and continuous improvement. As a small business, we are proud of our big results. After just 16 years in business, GPTech has successfully supported more than 100 projects for over 30 clients in over 75 countries, with no sign of slowing down.

Today, we are one of the world’s leaders in employing innovative energy and engineering solutions to sustainably manage the earth’s resources and support resilient, thriving communities.. Visit for more information.

GPTech is seeking a Consultant who is an expert on solar energy to support opportunity growth and assist clients transition to solar energy solutions in MD as well as surrounding areas such as VA, DC, PA, DE, and WV.Responsibilities may include supporting pre-feasibility and feasibility studies, designing PV arrays, glare analysis, PV optimization studies, design evaluation, construction support, and on-site inspections (including measurement and verification) in residential, commercial, and government facilities.

Additional tasks may include educating clients on financial benefits of solar energy, consulting with clients to identify energy needs, collaborating with local management and engineering teams, performing comprehensive financial assessments such as ROI, and energy cost savings, understanding local, state, and federal code requirements, tax credits, and regulations, and overseeing project completion in a timely manner.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and be able to successfully pass a federal background investigation/security clearance.

Provide technical expertise related to solar energy systems

Educate clients about solar solutions, and identify their energy needs

Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitive products

Collaborate with local management and engineering teams

Perform technical and financial assessments such as ROI, and energy cost savings calculations

Understand local, state, and federal code requirements, tax credits, and regulations

U.S. citizenship with the ability to pass a background investigation

Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year accredited college or university in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, or a closely related field.

Minimum of 5 years of professional solar energy experience

Professional writing and verbal skills

Proficiency in energy modeling software and spreadsheet-based engineering calculations.

Proficiency with software tools for research, analysis, reporting, communications, and collaboration

The ideal candidate for this position will also have some of the following:

Professional Engineer license or Engineer in Training (EIT)
LEED AP or similar certificationNABCEP Certification Active Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) credential from the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).Active U.S. security clearance

Knowledge of and experience with federal and state government…