He is to use his knowledge of solar technology, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering to ensure that solar systems are working safely and efficiently.
Solar engineers may work in a variety of areas, including:
- Maintenance: Maintain solar systems
- Project development: Assess solar panel installations, review energy audits, and prepare specifications and configurations for solar energy solutions
- Installation: Provide technical direction or support to installation teams during installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot any problems that may arise with solar systems
- Technical support: Provide technical support to clients and other professionals in the field
