Licensed Professional Engineer

Remote, USA • Full-time • Posted 2026-05-31

About the Company

Terra Energy is a fast-growing residential solar installation company operating across Florida and Texas. As we scale our operations, we are building an in-house engineering team to support plan review, inspection services, and installation quality assurance — allowing us to move faster, maintain higher standards, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers and installation crews.

About the Role

Private Party Plan Review (PPR): Review and stamp residential solar PV permit packages on behalf of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), ensuring code compliance, structural adequacy, and electrical correctness.
Private Party Inspections (PPI): Conduct final inspections of completed residential solar installations via live video call with on-site installers or by reviewing structured photo documentation packages. Issue inspection approvals in accordance with applicable Florida Building Code requirements.
Internal Quality Assurance (QA): Develop and enforce Installation quality standards across all Terra Energy residential solar projects. Identify recurring deficiencies, provide feedback to field crews, and continuously improve internal checklists, SOPs, and training materials.

Plan Review (PPR)
Review residential solar PV permit packages for structural, electrical, and code compliance
Stamp and sign engineered drawings for submittal to Florida AHJs
Ensure designs comply with NEC, Florida Building Code, ASCE 7, and applicable utility interconnection requirements
Coordinate with our design team to resolve plan check corrections and resubmittals
Maintain familiarity with permitting requirements across Florida jurisdictions, including SolarAPP+ participating counties
Inspections (PPI)
Conduct real-time inspections via video call with field installation crews
Review structured photo evidence packages as an alternative to live inspections where permitted by the AHJ
Verify proper installation of racking, modules, conduit, wiring, disconnects, inverters, and energy storage systems
Issue inspection approval or document deficiencies clearly and promptly
Maintain inspection records, logs, and AHJ-required documentation
Quality Assurance
Develop and maintain internal QA checklists aligned with NEC, FBC, and manufacturer installation requirements
Audit completed installations through photo review and periodic site visits
Identify patterns in installation deficiencies and lead corrective action programs
Collaborate with operations and field leadership to deliver installer training and feedback
Contribute to continuous improvement of permit package templates, one-line diagrams, and design standards

Active Florida Professional Engineer (PE) license — Electrical discipline required; Civil/Structural a plus
Minimum 3 years of experience designing or reviewing residential solar PV systems in Florida
Strong working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), Florida Building Code (FBC), and ASCE 7 wind loading
Experience with residential electrical systems, including service upgrades, load calculations, and interconnection
Familiarity with Florida AHJ permitting processes and inspection requirements across multiple jurisdictions
Ability to perform remote video-based and photo-based inspections with clarity and confidence
Proficiency with solar design software (Aurora, Helioscope, or equivalent)
Strong communication skills — able to effectively coach field installers and interface with AHJ officials

NABCEP PV Installation Professional (PVIP) or PV Technical Sales (PVTS) certification
Experience as a Florida-approved private provider for plan review or inspections
Experience with SolarEdge, Enphase, or Hoymiles inverter platforms
Knowledge of Florida utility interconnection requirements
Familiarity with energy storage systems (battery backup) in residential applications
Prior experience building or managing an in-house engineering function

Accurate and compliant permit packages submitted efficiently.
Consistent and reliable inspection approvals.
Improved installation quality and reduced field deficiencies.
Clear engineering standards and scalable QA processes.
Strong collaboration between engineering, operations, and field teams.

This role is for someone who enjoys building, improving, and leading technical excellence in residential solar.
If you’re excited about shaping engineering processes, improving quality standards, and having a direct impact on company growth—this is that kind of opportunity.