Solar Design Engineer

Company: Helix Electric Inc
Location: San Diego
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionHelix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation's largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.
Our Solar Design Engineer will manage the oversight of design-build projects for constructability while maintaining balance between profit objectives and exceeding client expectations.
DUTIES & SCOPE:

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• Coordinate information within RFP's such as scope, specifications and drawings between customers and internal organization.
  
• Ability to proactively evaluate and make suggestions throughout the pursuit and design development process that results in competitive advantages that win work.
  
• Create, prepare and present presentations, proposals and/or quotations to customers based on customer needs.
  
• Represent company at association meetings and industry functions.
  
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure 3D models are designed within NEC code.
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
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  • 5+ years of experience on the management side of electrical contracting.
    
  • 5+ years of experience in estimating and/or project management.
    
  • BA in related field - CM, Business, Engineering.
    
  • Personality: Personable, intelligent, detailed orientated and ambitious.
    
  • Character: Honest, organized, relentless, and determined.
    
  • DBIA accredited preferred.
    
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    
  • Ability to achieve goals and/or targets with a sense of urgency, without direct supervision.
    
  • Ability to manage multiple accounts at a time.
    
  • Strong 'problem resolution' experience on technical issues.
    
  • Experience in compiling, organizing and recording critical information accurately.
    
    
    The starting annual base pay for this role is between USD $60,000 - $75,000. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for vehicle allowance plan, bonus and benefits. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
    
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    • Medical Plans
      
    • Dental Plans
      
    • Vision Plan
      
    • Life Insurance
      
    • Disability Insurance
      
    • Accident Insurance
      
    • Critical Illness Insurance
      
    • Hospital Insurance
      
    • Pet insurance
      
    • 401(k) Plan with Match
      
    • Employee Discount Program through PerkSpot
      
    • Tax Savings Accounts - FSA, HSA, DCFSA and CSA
      
    • Tuition Reimbursement
      
    • Scholarships
      
      
      
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