01Renewables & Resiliency · Solar Electric

PV System Design Services

We provide end-to-end photovoltaic (PV) system design services tailored to meet the needs of contractors and solar professionals. From initial assessments to delivering code-compliant, stamped, and sealed plans, we help streamline the process so you can focus on successful installations. Our team has designed over 10,000 projects, ensuring that no matter the challenge, we have what it takes to get it done right.

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Built on real numbers.

2GW+
Solar designed

Residential to utility-scale portfolios.

10,000+
PV projects designed

Across every project size and jurisdiction.

>95%
Acceptance rate

Plan sets built for immediate approval.

50
States served

Plus the Caribbean, coast to coast.

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More than just plan sets.

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Site Analysis

We evaluate site conditions, including roof space, shading, and structural considerations, to ensure optimal system placement and performance.

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Feasibility Studies

Our detailed assessments determine project viability, identifying any challenges and solutions before you start.

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System Sizing and Layout

Using advanced modeling tools, we create precise designs that maximize energy production while adhering to local regulations and safety standards.

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Permitting and Stamped Engineering Plans

We provide stamped and sealed engineering documents to help you meet permitting requirements with ease.

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Why choose SunSmart Engineering?

Technicians installing photovoltaic solar panels on a rooftop

We understand the importance of dependable, accurate designs in driving the success of your solar projects. Our team works closely with you to ensure every detail of your PV system is covered, delivering results that exceed expectations.

Efficient and Cost-Effective Designs

We prioritize efficiency and cost-effectiveness to deliver systems that balance performance and budget.

Customized Solutions

Every design is tailored to your project's unique specifications, whether residential, commercial, or industrial.

Regulation and Safety Compliance

All designs meet NEC standards, local building codes, and safety requirements for worry-free permitting.

Ongoing Monitoring & Support

While our primary focus is on design, we can offer guidance and recommendations to help ensure system success post-installation.

+FAQ

PV design questions.

Have a different question?

A full sealed permit set: site plan, roof plan, single-line diagram, three-line diagram, string layouts, structural attachment details, equipment specs, and any AHJ-specific inserts required to hit approval on the first review.

Straightforward residential PV designs are typically ready within 48–72 hours of receiving site info. Commercial and utility-scale timelines are scoped up front based on system size and complexity.

We stamp and seal in all 50 states and the Caribbean. We maintain a licensed engineer for every jurisdiction we deliver into.

We deliver the engineered plan set and single-line drawings that interconnection applications require. We can coordinate directly with your utility contact when needed.

Yes. We regularly pick up projects mid-stream, review the existing scope, and re-engineer the plan set so it clears the AHJ without further revision cycles.

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Your partner for seamless success.

We understand the importance of dependable, accurate designs in driving the success of your solar projects. Our team works closely with you to ensure every detail of your PV system is covered.

Solar array installation in progress