Principal Electrical Engineer - Premier PV

Job Description

Job Description

Principal Engineer, Electrical Balance of System (EBOS)

We are seeking highly experienced and knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the Electrical Balance of System (EBOS) components installed in utility-scale and commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) projects. The ideal candidate will provide deep technical expertise in the design, engineering, and implementation of EBOS components, ensuring system performance, safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

• Serve as the technical authority for EBOS components including DC cabling / Harness, AC wiring, Combiner Boxes, Load Breaker Disconnects, Transformers, protection systems, grounding, and communication systems.
• Lead and review EBOS designs for utility-scale solar PV systems.
• Provide technical input during project planning, procurement, and construction phases.
• Ensure EBOS components and designs comply with relevant codes (NEC, IEC, UL), safety standards, and utility requirements.
• Support equipment selection, and vendor evaluation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design engineers, procurement, project managers, and construction teams.
• Provide troubleshooting support and root cause analysis for EBOS-related field issues.
• Mentor and train junior engineers and staff on EBOS best practices.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in solar PV systems, with a focus on EBOS design and implementation.
• Proven expertise in utility-scale PV projects.
• Deep knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA 70E, UL, IEEE).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• NABCEP certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with power system modeling tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, or similar) is a plus.

Premier PV is a leading manufacturer of solar electrical balance of systems solutions and renewable energy products, dedicated to advancing sustainable energy technologies. Our mission is to provide innovative, efficient, and reliable products that enhance solar energy systems.

• Competitive salary range based on experience and qualifications.
• Generous benefits package including paid holidays, PTO, sick leave as per state regulations, medical / dental / vision insurance, FSA / HSA, disability coverages, and a 401K plan with matching contributions.

Premier PV provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and / or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. Premier PV reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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.