The SolarCorps Commercial Design Fellow will work directly with the Director of Engineering to support technical assistance services for larger scale clean energy projects. The position is primarily remote office-based technical support although there may be opportunities to visit sites or installations and learn about system installation. For the right, highly motivated individual, this position will provide exposure to commercial design.
Service Activities
Support technical assistance services for multifamily, commercial, and larger scale projects including design, permitting, and utility interconnection
Identify Jurisdictional permitting requirements
Review and identify issues with preliminary system designs
Create single-line diagrams and review automated design reporting
Help conduct site visits to screen potential sites for solar access and safety issues
Review and update project information for completeness and accuracy
Community Need Addressed
Solar services for under-resourced communities.
Position Outcomes
What is the SolarCorps Fellowship Program…
GRID Alternatives’ SolarCorps Fellowship Program is an opportunity for highly motivated and enthusiastic community members to join GRID Alternatives for an 11-month paid service term. In this position, you’ll gain valuable experience in the renewable energy and non-profit industries while making significant contributions to communities most impacted by environmental and economic injustice!
Why do a Fellowship at GRID Alternatives...
GRID Alternatives is a diverse and inclusive national non-profit organization that provides renewable energy, workforce training, and solar policy advocacy. At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of GRID. Our culture supports learning, growth, and well-being of all of our team members.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 9 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, and the Mid-Atlantic Region. GRID also works in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Nepal and has a dedicated staff of 380 and growing!
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet all qualifications.
Benefits
Childcare assistance if eligible, Education award upon successful completion of service, Health coverage, Living allowance, Stipend, Student loan forbearance, Training
● Segal Americorps Education Award of $10,000 upon successful completion of fellowship
● Professional development opportunities and funds (based on approval of supervisor)
● 10 personal days off and 13 holidays observed by GRID
● Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
● Childcare if eligible
● $600 for professional development
● Access to GRID's Employee Assistance Program.
Education Benefits
College Degree, GED/High School Diploma, Credential or Certification
The SolarCorps Commercial Design Fellow will work directly with the Director of Engineering to support technical assistance services for larger scale clean energy projects. The position is primarily remote office-based technical support although there may be opportunities to visit sites or installations and learn about system installation. For the right, highly motivated individual, this position will provide exposure to commercial design.
Skills you will gain
commercial design software experience. hard skills
Competencies You Will Develop
Communication
Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy, Lead group discussion, Listen to and consider others' viewpoints, Maintain open lines of communication with others, Speak clearly, in precise language and in a logical, organized and coherent manner, Turn taking, Write cleary and effectively
Creativity & Problem Solving
Able to identify and define the problem, Capable of generating possible solutions, Communicate the problem to appropriate personnel, Improvise, Provide relevant expertise
Teamwork
Develop constructive working relationships and maintain them over time, Establish a high degree of trust and credibility with others, Interact professionally and respectfully with supervisors and co-workers, Use appropriate strategies and solutions for dealing with conflicts and differences to maintain a smooth workflow
Decisions
Accepts responsibility, Anticipate the consequences of decisions, Identify and prioritize the key issues involved to facilitate the decision making process, Involve people appropriately in decisions that may impact them, Quickly respond with a back-up plan if a decision goes amiss
Tools
Carefully consider which tools or technological solutions are appropriate for a given job, Consistently choose the best tool or technological solution for the problem at hand, Operate tools and equipment in accordance with established operating procedures, safety standards, and ethical guidelines, Seek opportunities to improve knowledge of tools and technologies that may assist in streamlining work and improving productivity
Planning
Able to prioritize various competing tasks, Create environment of contribution, Create plan of action, schedule tasks so that work is completed on time, Demonstrate the effective allocation of time and resources efficiently, Drive decision making, Effectively delegate tasks, Facilitate group planning
Service
Understand the significance of maintaining a healthful and safe environment