| Job Title |
Solar-energy-systems Designer |
| Job Description |
Designs Solar Domestic Hot Water And Space Heating Systems
For New And Existing Structures, Applying Knowledge Of Energy
Requirements Of Structure, Local Climatological Conditions,
Solar Technology, And Thermodynamics: Estimates Energy
Requirements Of New Or Existing Structures, Based On Analysis
Of Utility Bills Of Structure, Calculations Of Thermal
Efficiency Of Structure, And Prevailing Climatological
Conditions. Determines Type Of Solar System, Such As Water,
Glycol, Or Silicone, Which Functions Most Efficiently Under
Prevailing Climatological Conditions. Calculates On-site Heat
Generating Capacity Of Different Solar Panels To Determine
Optimum Size And Type Of Panels Which Meet Structure's Energy
Requirements. Arranges Location Of Solar System Components,
Such As Panel, Pumps, And Storage Tanks, To Minimize Length And
Number Of Direction Changes In Pipes And Reconstruction Of
Existing Structures. Studies Engineering Tables To Determine
Size Of Pipes And Pumps Required To Maintain Specified Flow
Rate Through Solar Panels. Specifies Types Of Electrical
Controls, Such As Differential Thermostat, Temperature Sensors,
And Solenoid Valves, Compatible With Other System Components,
Using Knowledge Of Control Systems. Completes Parts List,
Specifying Components Of System. Draws Wiring, Piping, And
Other Diagrams, Using Drafting Tools. May Inspect Structures To
Compile Data Used In Solar System Design, Such As Structure's
Angle Of Alignment With Sun And Temperature Of Incoming Cold
Water. May Inspect Construction Of System To Ensure Adherence
To Design Specifications.
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