Design Lead

About Us:

Zeo Energy is a leading, fully integrated residential solar and clean-energy company powering the next generation of renewable solutions across the US. With 20+ years of experience as a trusted national solar energy company, we’ve built our reputation on quality workmanship, long-term performance, and a customer experience that stays in-house from start to finish - sales, design, installation, service, and support.

Zeo Energy is focused on rapid growth and innovation. As a publicly traded company, we’re expanding our footprint and investing into clean-energy technologies. At Zeo Energy, you'll have the opportunity to be part of an industry leader, drive meaningful change in the renewable energy space, and help shape a sustainable future—while growing your career alongside a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

Job Description:

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, proactive individual to join our team at Zeo Energy as a PV Design Lead. In this role, you will ensure all jobs are designed according to company standards and meeting compliance with AHJ and utility requirements. This position requires strong technical skills, proactive problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations and field teams.

The PV Design Lead must have strong residential solar design knowledge and a commitment to delivering high quality plan sets within strict timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

Review projects for scope of work and ensure the supply and installation teams have accurate information and address any potential issues in advance

Assess plan set quality and provide feedback to third party design teams

Revise designs or plan sets as needed

Reduce permitting or utility rejection rates by root cause problem solving and working closely with the operations and field teams to implement solutions in a timely manner and update knowledge base systems accordingly

Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and conduct new hire and continuing training for Design Specialists

Qualifications:

3-5 years of solar design or field experience

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans including site layouts, electrical line diagrams, and equipment specification sheets

AutoCAD experience required

Proven ability to quickly assess, identify root causes, and address problems with a focus on finding practical solutions to ensure project success

Prior formal or informal leadership experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and effectively with third party design or engineering teams, operations teams, and field teams

Comfortable adapting to changing priorities and requirements

Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy

Why Work at Zeo Energy?

Be part of an innovative team dedicated to renewable energy and sustainability

Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a growing industry

Competitive pay, 401(k), benefits, and a supportive work environment

Zeo Energy is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. Regular periods of sitting or standing may be required by this position. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Note:

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it.
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