Solar PV Designer - Residential & Commercial

Solar PV Designer - Residential & Commercial

Solar Buzz is a Jamaica-based renewable energy company with 13 years of continuous operations. We design and deliver reliable solar grid-tie  and battery solutions for residential and commercial customers island‑wide. 

Role Summary

We are seeking a Solar PV Designer to support the design and engineering of grid-tied and hybrid PV + battery systems. This role involves contributing to site data review, preliminary design, detailed engineering, and documentation for Government Electrical Regulator (GER) Certification and JPS Net-Billing.

The Solar PV Designer will help ensure the safe, compliant, and cost-effective delivery of the company’s solar projects.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop roof and ground‑mount layouts, conduct shade analysis and plan array/string configurations for grid‑tied and hybrid battery PV systems (AC‑ or DC‑coupled).   

• Prepare electrical single‑line and three‑line diagrams, conductor/conduit schedules, grounding and protection details, and bills of materials.

• Run performance models and energy yield estimates, and optimize system designs for safety, code compliance, efficiency, and ease of installation.

• Prepare and submit JPS Net-Billing documentation on schedule and within agreed timelines.

• Maintain design standards, templates, and project documentation, including accurate as-built records.

• Coordinate design updates with internal teams including Installation, Maintenance, Client Relations and Sales, to maintain alignment across all project phases.

• Ensure adherence to Jamaica’s electrical code, manufacturer specifications, and quality assurance procedures.

• Partner with Sales/Pre‑Construction to evaluate feasibility, pricing options, and value engineering alternatives.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
  
  

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in PV design or EPC engineering (residential and/or small‑commercial).
  
  

• Proficiency with AutoCAD and at least one PV design/modeling tool (HelioScope, PVsyst, PV*SOL, or similar).
  
  

• Working knowledge of inverters (e.g., Sol‑Ark, DEYE, Fronius), LFP battery systems, racking, and protection devices.
  
  

• Familiarity with Jamaican permitting requirements and JPS interconnection processes.
  
  

• Strong analytical, technical writing and documentation skills; ability to manage multiple deliverables and deadlines.

• Valid driver’s licence
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• SketchUp for site and equipment modeling.
  
  

• Exposure to power-system study tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM) for short-circuit, protection coordination, and arc-flash analyses.
  
  

• Experience using drones and photogrammetry for accurate site measurements and 3D models.
  
  

• Experience managing design revisions, tracking field changes, and producing final as-built drawings.

Working Conditions

• Based in Kingston. Primarily office-based, with periodic field visits islandwide for site surveys and inspections.
  
  

Why Join Solar Buzz

• Opportunity to contribute to Jamaica’s energy resilience and customer savings.
  
  

• Professional growth path toward Senior Designer / Project Engineer.
  
  

Application Instructions

Email your resume with subject “Solar PV Designer - Your Name” to the email address provided. Sending also sample plans, sets or a portfolio link is a plus.

SolarBuzz is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process.