Solar Designer (full time, permanent)

SUMMARY

We are seeking a talented, technical and communicative individual for an electrical design and drafting role as a part of our growing Mexico team. Using AutoCAD and Excel, this individual will create electrical drawing packages for residential and commercial solar and energy storage projects installed in Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES?

· Review site photos to determine each project's specific design requirements.

· Create and revise electrical drawing packages and templates using AutoCAD LT 2025.

· Collaborate effectively with salespeople, project managers and installers to ensure accurate and code-compliant installations.

· Research new and existing solar, battery and electrical equipment though technical documents and communication with manufacturers, determining key features and limitations.

· Become an expert in the Canadian Electrical Code Section 64 to advise salespeople and project managers on code compliance and to coordinate with electrical inspectors and technical advisors as necessary.

· Exercise mathematical and analytical skills to create design systems and solve emergent problems.

SKILLS

· Strong ability to quickly and accurately generate single-line diagrams, component schedules, site plans and layouts in AutoCAD, with meticulous attention to detail.

· Advanced knowledge and experience in AutoCAD's features and quirks, including use of xrefs and datalinks, general troubleshooting, creating and maintaining templates, etc.

· Above-average digital organizational skills, especially in document version control.

· Strong grasp of electrical design fundamentals, including conductor and OCPD sizing, conduit and cable specifications, calculations involving volts, amps, watts, watt-hours, etc.

· General experience in developing engineering calculators in Microsoft Excel.

· Experience in researching, compiling and applying design requirements from multiple sources, including electrical codes, bulletins, datasheets, manuals, emails and verbal instructions.

· Ability to work in a team and handle pressure to meet deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS

· 3 years of experience using AutoCAD in a professional drafting setting.

· 1 year of experience in electrical design (solar experience an asset).

· Excellent communication skills in English, both spoken and written.

EDUCATION

· Undergraduate or Diploma in an engineering-related program (emphasis on design and drafting software a major asset).

BENEFITS

· Competitive salary based on experience and skills.

· Additional benefits depending on performance and team contribution.

Schedule: 9 AM to 5 PM, primary in person.

Office Location: Puebla, Puebla.

If you meet the requirements and are interested in joining our team, we look forward to your application! Please send your updated CV (in English) and examples of previous projects where you applied your AutoCAD and electrical engineering skills.

Join us and contribute your talent to innovative projects in the field of electrical engineering. We look forward to meeting you soon!