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Sr. PV Project Development Engineer, Tesla Energy

Tesla

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

4/28/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
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·FY 2025

Job description

Join Tesla Energy as a Senior PV Project Development Engineer, where you'll design utility-scale solar and energy storage solutions. Your work will influence the feasibility of multi-megawatt projects, requiring technical expertise and collaboration with cross-functional teams to drive growth in the solar market.

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5-6 years of experience in utility-scale solar project development, EPC, or owner's engineering
  • Expert-level proficiency in PVsyst and HelioScope or RatedPower for energy yield modeling and site layout optimization
  • Working knowledge of ETAP or SKM PowerTools for preliminary power flow, short-circuit, and arc flash analysis
  • Hands-on experience with interconnection applications and preliminary interconnection studies
  • Strong understanding of PV system fundamentals: module/inverter technologies, tracker systems, DC/AC architectures, and performance modeling
  • Knowledge of hybrid solar and storage system design, including DC and AC coupling strategies
  • Experience with preliminary cost estimation and value engineering during the pre-construction phase
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple concurrent feasibility studies
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting technical findings to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Design and optimize utility-scale PV plant layouts using industry-leading tools
  • Specify and configure PV module/inverter/string architectures, evaluate tracker vs. fixed-tilt systems
  • Perform preliminary energy yield modeling and loss analysis using PVsyst, HelioScope, or RatedPower
  • Develop high-level electrical single-line diagrams and MV collection system plans
  • Design conceptual integration schemes for solar and battery energy storage systems
  • Prepare technical documentation and preliminary studies for interconnection applications
  • Lead quick-turnaround, bankable feasibility assessments for early-stage projects
  • Partner with business development, sales, finance, and construction/deployment teams
  • Identify technical and regulatory risks in early-stage designs and propose mitigation strategies
  • Stay current on emerging PV technologies and mentor junior engineers

Benefits

  • Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.

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