Solar Distribution Design Specialist

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role:

Edina, MN

You will support the Solar Design Team, focusing on distribution system design and upgrades required to interconnect distributed solar (DER) projects to the electric grid. You will work with engineers and the DER group to evaluate existing distribution infrastructure, perform field site checks at residential and commercial locations, and develop design solutions that ensure safe and reliable solar connections.

The scope includes designing distribution upgrades such as transformer changes, pole‑to‑pole upgrades, pole‑to‑house connections, and other system modifications needed to support solar installations. You will research mapping data, assess field conditions, develop upgrade plans using GIS, and provide design documentation and cost estimates back to the engineering group for approval and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review solar interconnection requests and distribution system impacts
• Conduct site checks at homes and businesses to verify existing infrastructure and field conditions
• Research utility maps, records, and system data to understand required upgrades
• Develop distribution design solutions for solar connections, including:
  • Transformer upgrades
  • Pole‑to‑pole and pole‑to‑house upgrades
  • Other required distribution modifications
• Create and update designs using GIS
• Prepare cost estimates and design recommendations for the engineering team
• Manage several design and construction projects simultaneously
• Communicate directly with customers in the field and team members in the office

Qualifications:

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $30-34/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

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