Project Development Engineer Solar BESS and Energy Systems
Location
Santa Ana, CA, 92701, Santa Ana
Type
Full Time
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
WHO WE ARE:
We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider. We offer products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Micro-grids, Energy storage, Hydroponic farming and Rain Water/Grey Water collection systems. We have been experiencing tremendous growth in all these areas and operate under several government rebate programs that ensure a steady and reliable flow of revenues. Our company handles the entire flow of providing these products and services beginning with Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, Contracting and Construction, Servicing and Maintenance. If you are passionate about the EV industry and working with awesome teams in a fast-growing company, we want to speak with you! Join us in making a meaningful impact!
JOB SUMMARY:
The Project Development Engineer - Solar, BESS & Energy Systems will independently own the technical and techno-economic development of commercial and enterprise distributed energy projects from initial customer data through engineering handoff and implementation support. This role combines electrical engineering, solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) sizing, 15-minute and hourly energy modeling, utility tariff and demand-charge analysis, dispatch optimization, project cost estimating, financial modeling, interconnection support, and client-facing technical development. The successful candidate must be capable of building, auditing, and defending end-to-end project models and translating results into executable Solar + BESS + Microgrid solutions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Own technical and financial development of Solar, BESS and microgrid projects from utility data and site requirements through feasibility and engineering handoff.
- Analyze 15-minute/hourly load data, utility tariffs, TOU rates, demand charges and project bill savings.
- Develop and validate PV + BESS dispatch models for peak shaving, energy shifting, self-consumption, resiliency and grid reduction.
- Size PV and BESS systems based on site constraints, load profile, SoC, DoD, efficiency, degradation, curtailment and operating requirements.
- Develop EMS strategies for demand management, PV capture, battery dispatch and backup reserve.
- Develop electrical concepts including SLDs, PCS/inverter interfaces, transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection, metering and interconnection.
- Perform or coordinate load studies, equipment sizing, short-circuit/AIC checks, grounding, protection coordination and code compliance.
- Support utility interconnection, AHJ coordination, EPC/OEM/vendor reviews and technical project execution.
- Develop CAPEX/OPEX estimates and financial models including savings, EaaS/PPA revenue, payback, NPV, IRR, XIRR, MOIC and sensitivity analysis.
- Prepare feasibility studies, sizing reports, proposals, executive summaries and investment decision materials.
- Support projects through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and performance verification.
- Audit engineering and financial models to ensure calculations, assumptions and project economics are accurate and defensible.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Energy, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- 3-5 years of experience in Solar PV, BESS, microgrids, DER, or renewable energy project development.
- Proven experience developing Solar + BESS projects from feasibility through engineering handoff.
- Strong knowledge of utility tariffs, TOU/demand charges, interval load analysis, and BESS sizing/dispatch optimization.
- Proficiency in Excel modeling and experience with PV Watts/PVsyst; Python or MATLAB preferred.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SLDs, ETAP/SKM, utility interconnection, NEC/NFPA, and applicable PV/BESS standards.
- Experience with CAPEX/OPEX and financial analysis including NPV, IRR, payback, and sensitivity analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
AAP/EEO Statement:
Zero Impact Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Job Type: Exempt
Pay: $72,000- $80,000
Schedule:
8-hour shift Mondays – Fridays
Ability to commute/relocate:
Costa Mesa, CA 92626: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In-person (office) no hybrid or remote work
Compensation: $72,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Zero Impact Solutions
Zero Impact Solutions (ZIS) is the execution arm of the Zero Impact Energy platform, focused on delivering EV charging and energy infrastructure projects across California and expanding nationally.
ZIS specializes in full lifecycle project delivery, with proven experience across design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and long-term service. Our team operates as a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with in-house crews and established relationships with utilities, AHJs, and key project stakeholders.
We focus on high-demand infrastructure supporting electrification, including:
ZIS specializes in full lifecycle project delivery, with proven experience across design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and long-term service. Our team operates as a licensed C-10 electrical contractor with in-house crews and established relationships with utilities, AHJs, and key project stakeholders.
We focus on high-demand infrastructure supporting electrification, including:
- EV charging infrastructure for commercial, fleet, and public deployments
- Fleet electrification projects requiring scalable, multi-unit installations
- Site design, power upgrades, and utility coordination
- Construction, installation, and commissioning of charging systems
- Ongoing maintenance, troubleshooting, and uptime support
As part of a vertically integrated platform, ZIS works closely with engineering, hardware, software, and operations teams to deliver projects efficiently and at scale. This structure allows us to move faster, reduce project risk, and maintain accountability across every phase of deployment.
We are actively delivering projects across California with the capability to support multi-site rollouts and complex infrastructure environments.
ZIS is built for execution. We are hiring individuals who understand how to deliver projects in the field, solve real constraints, and take ownership from planning through completion.
We are actively delivering projects across California with the capability to support multi-site rollouts and complex infrastructure environments.
ZIS is built for execution. We are hiring individuals who understand how to deliver projects in the field, solve real constraints, and take ownership from planning through completion.
Company Website: www.zeroimpactenergy.com
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