Senior Solar Project Engineer

Greenlink Energy Solutions is seeking a Senior Solar Project Engineer in Rockford, IL. This role involves leading engineering quality and performance for commercial solar PV projects, guiding design decisions, and managing technical risks. The engineer will collaborate with various teams, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to design standards. The position emphasizes independent judgment and technical leadership in clean energy infrastructure development.
Benefits:

401(k)Company partiesDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insurance


About Greenlink Energy Solutions

Greenlink Energy Solutions is building the next generation of commercial clean energy infrastructure—designed for performance, resilience, and long-term value.

We partner with organizations to develop and integrate intelligent energy systems that reduce risk, control costs, and strengthen operational independence. Our work spans solar PV, energy storage, HVAC modernization, and energy optimization—aligned around one core principle: real-world outcomes backed by engineering discipline and lifecycle accountability.

We are not simply a contractor. We serve as developer, integrator, and long-term strategic partner—bringing together technical rigor, financial alignment, and operational control to ensure projects perform as intended over time.

As we scale, we are building a disciplined and repeatable commercial platform—one that prioritizes ownership, integration, and long-term system performance. We seek professionals who are energized by growth, value sound judgment, and want to help shape the future of commercial clean energy delivery.

About This Role

The Senior Solar Project Engineer plays a critical technical leadership role within Greenlink’s commercial operations. This position owns the engineering quality, constructability, and performance of commercial and complex solar PV projects across the full project lifecycle.

This is not a high-volume drafting role. The Senior Engineer is expected to exercise independent engineering judgment, guide design decisions, identify and mitigate technical risk, and support project teams from early feasibility through installation and commissioning.

What You’ll Do

Engineering Leadership & Design

Lead system design for commercial and complex solar PV projects, including system sizing, equipment selection, and electrical configurationEvaluate site conditions, electrical infrastructure, and interconnection requirements to inform optimal system layoutsReview and approve engineering plan sets for accuracy, constructability, performance, and code compliance Guide equipment selection for modules, inverters, BOS components, and energy storage, where applicableEnsure designs meet AHJ, utility, and applicable code requirements while balancing cost, performance, and schedule


Performance & Risk Management

Develop, validate, and refine production and performance estimatesIdentify technical risks and design constraints early and recommend mitigation strategiesSupport troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for design-related issues during installation and commissioningMaintain accurate as-built documentation and system records


Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Sales, Operations, and Installation teams to align engineering decisions with commercial and execution goalsProvide technical guidance on system feasibility, constructability, and equipment compatibilitySupport continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, and workflows


Mentorship & Continuous Improvement

Serve as a technical resource for junior engineers and reviewersStay current on codes, technologies, and industry best practicesContribute to scalable design standards that support long-term growth


What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of experience in solar PV engineering, system design, or technical leadershipStrong experience with commercial solar projects; utility-scale experience a plusDemonstrated ability to independently own engineering decisions across the project lifecycleDeep understanding of PV systems, electrical design, inverters, and balance-of-system componentsProficiency with solar design, modeling, and CAD toolsFamiliarity with permitting, AHJ requirements, and utility interconnection processesStrong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally


Preferred / Nice to Have

NABCEP PV Design certificationExperience with battery storage or EV infrastructure integrationExperience supporting TPO or financed commercial projectsPrior responsibility for reviewing or guiding third-party engineering deliverables


Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $95,000–$120,000, depending on experienceHealth, dental, and vision insurance401(k)Paid time offLife insurance


Why This Role at Greenlink

Senior engineers at Greenlink are trusted to think critically, make decisions, and influence how work gets done. This role offers real ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape engineering standards within a growing commercial energy platform.