Design Engineer

New Leaf Energy is an experienced clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. We identify high-value sites, work with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partner with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.

Position Design Engineer I — This position may be based in Lowell or Boston, MA. We value in-person collaboration and offer a hybrid work environment. Hybrid employees work in the office at least two days per week (Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday) and may work from home on other days.

Position Summary

The Design Engineer I will design, review, and entitle designs for commercial, government and utility solar PV projects ranging in size from 3 MW AC to 300 MW AC. This role supports 15-25 projects simultaneously and has broad visibility across the organization. You will work with a team of design engineers, civil engineers, and project developers.

Position responsibilities

• Work with the design team in evaluating and performing feasibility analysis on potential sites.
• Collaborate with the project design, electrical, and civil engineering teams to design site use permit plan sets and bid-level (50%) drawings used for permitting and the IPP bidding process.
• Design projects according to New Leaf Energy Design Standards and train new employees on the standards.
• Complete the review process for each job through milestone drawing releases.
• Participate in a continuous improvement environment, focusing on improving training materials.
• Assist with permitting and bidding administration as needed, advising the project team on design/production modeling considerations as questions arise from AHJ or bidding IPP.
• Contribute to infrastructure design and offer new perspectives; initiative and recommendations are encouraged.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

While no one individual will possess them all, the successful candidate will bring many of the following experiences, skills, and attributes. If you’re unsure whether you meet enough qualifications but believe your experience is a good match, please apply.

• 1-3 years’ experience preferred.
• Completion of at least 40 NABCEP credits preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and tasks.
• Solid written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate design concepts to internal stakeholders including project developers and regional technical leads.
• Computer proficiency with AutoCAD, PV Case, PVSyst.

Compensation

New Leaf Energy compensates all employees through base salary, above-market variable compensation, and an equity-like program. We use a data-driven methodology to calibrate compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable, guided by our compensation manual.

The likely base salary range for this position in the Boston location is $81,352-$94,544. The on-target annual cash bonus is 10% of base salary. Your actual salary may be above, within, or below this range, depending on location and experience.

We value transparency and can share more during the interview process.

Benefits and Culture

New Leaf Energy’s success is driven by collaborative, long-term relationships based on trust and transparency. We offer a flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and supports innovation and personal growth. Our benefits are designed to recognize employee contributions and enable a reasonable work/life balance. Benefits include:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
• A 401(k) plan with immediate vesting and a company match (100% of the first 3% of pay; 50% for the next 2% you contribute).
• An open and self-managed paid time-off policy.
• A hybrid work location policy that supports working from home part of the week.
• A parental leave policy for both birthing and non-birthing parents, available immediately upon hire.
• Professional development and education assistance.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

New Leaf Energy values diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and…