Do you want to change the world? We do, too.SunPower is changing the way our world is powered every day with a passionate and driven team in North America and the Philippines. SunPower provides world-class solar solutions to residential customers across the U.S. with a commitment to a superior customer experience. We welcome forward thinkers, freedom chasers and all those demanding better, cleaner energy to join us.SunPower needs YOU as a Licensing Responsible Managing Employee (O&M) ! Are you looking for a chance to grow in your career and an opportunity to make a difference in the way the world is powered? Then this is for you!This position comes with great compensation and benefits!Depending on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package including annual bonus eligibility, short and long-term incentives, and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes health insurance coverage, employee wellness, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off, and so much more.For more information, please visit our benefits site at https://us.sunpower.com/employees-benefits .Summary of Role:SunPower is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the role of Responsible Managing Employee (RME). The RME will be responsible for pursuing, obtaining, and maintaining electrical licenses on behalf of the company. This key role requires a deep understanding of electrical contracting regulations, licensing processes, and the various years of NEC code requirements (2017 to 2023) along with a commitment to ensuring the company's compliance with all relevant laws and standards.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Engage in the development and execution of SunPower licensing strategy to ensure compliance with state and local regulations and business continuity
Monitor changes in licensing laws and regulations, and promptly update the company on any modifications that may impact operations
Prepare and submit accurate and timely license applications, ensuring all required documentation is complete and in accordance with regulatory standards
Respond quickly to any additional information requests from AHJs
Establish and maintain positive relationships with the internal licensing team, regulatory authorities, licensing boards, and other relevant entities
Maintain comprehensive and organized records of all licensing documentation, ensuring easy retrieval and compliance verification
Stay informed about changes in electrical codes, standards, and industry best practices
Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure the company's activities align with all relevant electrical contracting laws and regulations
Monitor and address any compliance issues promptly and effectively
Minimum Requirements:
3+ years of direct experience working with residential PV and PV + Storage
Extensive experience in the electrical contracting industry, with a proven track record in obtaining and managing electrical licenses
In-depth knowledge of state and local electrical codes and regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
Familiarity with legal aspects related to licensing and compliance
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and MS Project
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal and driving screen
Motivated self-starter, willing to take initiative
Familiarity with business intelligence platforms
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and MS Project
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal and driving screen
Preferred Requirements:
2+ years of departmental leadership experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At SunPower, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Equal Employment OpportunityThe Company is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. The Company’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.EOE Minorities/All Genders/Protected Veterans/Disabled (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088EEOCKnowYourRights.pdf)SunPower Supports EEOAccommodation for Applicants to SunPower CorporationSunPower Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address to contact us about your interest in employment at SunPower Corporation: [email protected]. Please indicate in the subject that line of your email that you are requesting accommodation. Only candidates being considered for a position who require an accommodation will receive a follow-up response.NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS AND EMPLOYEESAvailability of Affirmative Action Plan for ReviewSunPower is a federal government contractor. As a part of the Company’s obligations under law, it must develop a written Affirmative Action Program (AAP) for the Disabled, Recently Separated Veterans, Armed Forces Service Medal Veterans, Disabled Veterans and Active Duty Wartime Or Campaign Badge Veterans and for Women and Minorities as specified by law. Non-confidential and non-proprietary aspects of the AAP are available for inspection by applicants and employees, consistent with applicable law, which will be made available during office hours by contacting the EEO Officer.Diversity at SunPower: Equal Opportunity EmployerSunPower Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions, including but not limited to, hiring, firing, promotion, demotion, training, and/or compensation, on the basis of merit. Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. SunPower's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions, the actual sex of the individual, or the gender identity or gender expression), race, color, religion, including religious dress practices and religious grooming practices, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws, ordinances, or regulations.SunPower is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers.Accommodation for ApplicantsSunPower Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address to contact us about your interest in employment at SunPower Corporation: [email protected]. Please indicate in the subject that line of your email that you are requesting accommodation. Only candidates being considered for a position who require an accommodation will receive a follow-up response.