Job Description

At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values - Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others. When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.

The Renewables Design Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, permitting, and technical execution of commercial and industrial renewable energy projects, including photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), EV charging infrastructure, and electrical distribution upgrades. The role supports projects from early-stage feasibility and proposal development through construction and commissioning while ensuring compliance with applicable codes, utility requirements, customer specifications, and company quality standards.

This position collaborates closely with Sales, Estimating, Project Management, Construction, Commissioning, and Operations teams to deliver safe, code-compliant, cost-effective, and constructible renewable energy solutions. Due to the highly collaborative nature of engineering design reviews, project coordination, and cross-functional support activities, regular in-person office attendance is an essential function of the position. The role is primarily office-based with occasional travel to project sites, customer meetings, utility coordination meetings, and commissioning activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engineering & Design

• Develop complete engineering design packages for commercial solar PV, BESS, EV charging, and distributed energy resource (DER) projects.
• Prepare and review electrical design documents including single-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, site plans, equipment layouts, conduit and conductor schedules, electrical calculations, and utility/interconnection drawings.
• Perform electrical engineering calculations including load calculations, voltage drop, equipment sizing, short-circuit analysis, arc flash evaluations, and conductor/raceway sizing.
• Design systems in compliance with applicable codes, standards, utility requirements, and customer specifications.
• Support design standardization efforts and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks during project development and execution.
Preconstruction & Sales Support

• Support Sales and Estimating teams with technical evaluations, preliminary system layouts, and budgetary engineering.
• Participate in customer meetings and technical presentations as required.
• Review customer requirements, specifications, and RFP documents.
• Develop value-engineering solutions that improve constructability, cost efficiency, and project performance.
• Identify long-lead equipment and potential scope challenges during project development.
Utility & Interconnection

• Prepare and support utility interconnection applications and technical submittals.
• Coordinate utility requirements for distributed energy resources, including solar PV, BESS, non-export systems, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Support engineering documentation associated with Rule 21, NEM/NBT, non-export controls, revenue metering, energy management systems (EMS), and communications infrastructure.
• Coordinate with utilities, AHJs, consultants, and customers throughout project development and approval processes.
Construction Support

• Provide engineering support throughout construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Respond to RFIs, field questions, and design-related issues.
• Review equipment substitutions and evaluate impacts to system performance, constructability, and code compliance.
• Support commissioning and startup activities as required.
• Conduct constructability reviews and recommend design improvements to enhance installation efficiency and project execution.
Quality & Compliance

• Ensure engineering deliverables meet company quality standards and project requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and QA/QC processes.
• Maintain engineering document control and revision management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical, building, fire, utility, and safety requirements.
• Stay current with changes to industry codes, standards, utility requirements, and best practices.
Collaboration & Office Responsibilities

• Maintain regular in-person attendance at the assigned office location to support engineering activities, project coordination, and team collaboration.
• Participate in engineering reviews, project meetings, scheduling discussions, and quality review activities.
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Sales, Estimating, Project Management, Construction, Operations, and Commissioning teams.
• Communicate technical information clearly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, design standards, and process development initiatives.
• Build effective working relationships across departments to support successful project execution.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION:

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3-7 years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, commercial solar, battery energy storage systems, or electrical design engineering.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), commercial electrical systems, utility interconnection requirements, and distributed energy resources (DER).
• Ability to work onsite in a professional office environment on a full-time basis.
• Ability to travel to project sites and customer locations as needed.
• Valid California Driver's License or ability to obtain one.
Preferred

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience with commercial solar PV and battery energy storage projects.
• Experience working with California utilities and AHJs.
• Familiarity with Rule 21, NEM/NBT, non-export controls, EMS platforms, and utility communication systems.
• Experience supporting commissioning and field operations.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency with AutoCAD; Bluebeam Revu; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Word; Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Teams; SharePoint; HelioScope or equivalent PV modeling software.

• Preferred Experience with PVsyst; Revit; Power BI; Microsoft Project.

• Core Capabilities - Develop and review electrical engineering design packages; interpret drawings/specifications; perform engineering calculations; coordinate multidisciplinary engineering efforts; evaluate utility and AHJ requirements; communicate technical concepts effectively.

At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), eligible employees can become part owners of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth. For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here:
Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)

PAY TRANSPARENCY:
The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.