Energy Savings Advisor

Posted 2 months ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are seeking a knowledgeable and customer-focused Energy Savings Advisor with hands-on experience in solar PV systems, battery energy storage, and hybrid/grid-tied configurations. In this role, you will work directly with customers and internal teams to provide expert guidance on equipment selection, system design, and technical documentation, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and efficient energy solutions. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical support to customers and sales teams regarding product selection, system sizing, and compatibility of solar, battery, hybrid, and grid-tied solutions. Review and validate electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and system layouts to ensure technical soundness, code compliance, and optimal performance. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for residential, commercial, and off-grid solar + storage systems, including lithium-ion batteries, inverters, charge controllers, and monitoring systems. Collaborate with project engineers, system designers, and installers to troubleshoot design challenges and recommend solutions. Stay up to date with evolving technologies, safety codes (e.g., NEC, UL, IEC), and utility interconnection requirements. Support the development of internal resources such as design templates, equipment guides, and technical checklists. Assist with technical training sessions for staff, partners, or customers as needed. Qualifications: Deep understanding of system integration including hybrid inverters, battery storage systems, charge controllers, and AC/DC coupling strategies. Proficient in reading and reviewing electrical schematics, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and layout drawings. Familiarity with key industry tools such as PVsyst, AutoCAD, Helioscope, and manufacturer-specific design platforms. Strong communication skills and a service-oriented mindset. Experience with both on-grid and off-grid applications, including microgrids or remote power systems.

  • More than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Entry level
    Experience Level
  • $8.00

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    $12.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type

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Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Energy Storage
Solar Energy
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:Less than 5
  • Last viewed by client:3 weeks ago
  • Interviewing:
    1
  • Invites sent:
    3
  • Unanswered invites:
    3
About the client
Member since Aug 5, 2022
  • Canada
    Barrie11:42 PM
  • $684K total spent
    67 hires, 13 active
  • 63,929 hours
  • Energy & Utilities
    Small company (2-9 people)

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