Solar Design Technician

Solar Design Technician

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.

With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

The Solar Design Technician will work with a project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting electrical and site improvement plans according to budget constraints, design factors and client requirements.

Payne & Dolan is seeking a self-motivated, results-oriented, problem-solver who has a desire to be part of our growing engineering design group. Responsibilities to include:

• Create and modify electrical and site improvement drawings using AutoCAD
• Enforce project-specific drafting standards
• Support construction administration tasks from concept to commissioning phase
• Perform site reviews and construction site visits
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements:

• Must be a reliable, efficient self-starter with initiative and a sense of responsibility
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Valid Driver's License and satisfactory driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in engineering technology or Renewable Energy Systems
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Functional understanding of electrical components such as PV modules, inverters, transformers, surge arresters, and circuit breakers.
• Knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, and procedures
• Familiarity with electrical engineering standards / codes including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, IEC, UL & NESC
• Ability to keep accurate and detailed records or notes

The Benefits:

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HR A contribution (eligibility requirements)
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!