SDA offers competitive compensation and benefits with a casual yet stimulating, fast-paced, smoke-free working environment with an opportunity in the fast-growing field of renewable energy. In reviewing applicants, consideration will be focused on demonstrated ability to work in a team environment, addressing multiple tasks with minimum supervision.

To apply for any of the positions listed below, please send your resume and background information to:
Solar Design Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 242
Harvard, MA 01451-0242

Office Manager
CAD Operator
Architectural Designer/Architect
Electrical Engineer
Senior Professional Electrical Engineer

Office Manager with college degree (business education a strong plus) and 4-6 years administrative experience, and 2-3 years working with office finances. Conversancy with QuickBooks financial software, MS Word, Excel and Outlook required. Excellent communications skills - written and verbal - are necessary. Knowledge of Photoshop, Acrobat, MS Project and QuarkXpress desired, and experience with HTML and FLASH will be highly regarded. A high level of organization and an ability to multitask is expected. US citizenship required.

CAD Operator to work with sustainable design group on the design of solar-powered buildings and the engineering and integration of renewable energy systems. We are looking for a technically capable individual with 3-5 years of CAD experience; drafting skills are required, and knowledge of ArchiCAD is preferred. Experience in building technology, detailing, and construction is ideal. 3-Dimensional modeling and rendering skills would be welcome, but not required. The individual will provide critical drafting and organizational support to staff engineers and architects in the design and development of customized renewable energy systems that must work seamlessly with other building systems, existing or new.

Architectural Designer/Architect to work with sustainable design group on the design of solar-powered buildings and the engineering and integration of renewable energy systems. Must be computer and CADD conversant. Knowledge of energy-conscious design and construction details and 2-4 years of relevant experience desirable.

Electrical Engineer with BSEE and 3-5 years experience, or an MSEE with 2-4 years experience in building power systems and electrical distribution or other related work. A high level of computer skills and CADD capabilities are needed, and accomplished communications skills – written and verbal – will be necessary. Direct experience with renewable energy systems and knowledge of National Electrical Code are a strong plus. EIT and professional track desirable. High regard will be afforded to applicants who are capable of making a contribution and taking on responsibility while learning and employing new skills. US citizenship required.

Senior Professional Electrical Engineer registered in MA or other NE states, with BSEE (at minimum) or MSEE (preferred). A thorough knowledge of National Electrical Code is required with 6-8 years experience in building power systems and/or campus electrical distribution or other related work desired. Design experience with medium voltage distribution is also desirable. Accomplished communications skills required – written and verbal. CADD skills required. Direct experience with renewable energy systems would be ideal. Applicants are expected to work effectively and dependably in a team or individually while prioritizing concurrent tasks. You are committed to exceed expectations in helping the team achieve established goals. US citizenship required.