Solar Energy Systems Engineers

You'll be tasked with undertaking site-specific engineering studies or evaluating energy efficiency and solar projects for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Create plans for solar-powered home heating and water heating for...

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Perform site-specific engineering analysis or evaluation of energy efficiency and solar projects involving residential, commercial, or industrial customers. Design solar domestic hot water and space heating systems for new and existing structures, applying knowledge of structural energy requirements, local climates, solar technology, and thermodynamics.
Leadership
MED
Critical decision making
MED
Level of responsibilities
MED
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
LOW
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
MED
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Physical demands
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Dealing and handling conflicts
Exposure to job hazards
Competition for this position
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Leadership

Activities

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