Kenneth Fronda
PV Design Engineer
Imus City,ILS
Summary
PV Designer with a focus on preparing 10–20 photovoltaic plan sets per month, BOMs, and system modeling for residential and new home solar projects. Delivers compliant designs by supporting 16–30 reviews per month through structural, electrical, and jurisdiction review, and resolves 5–8 cross-team cases per week through close coordination with electricians, engineers, and field teams. Strengthens project flow through accurate documentation, issue resolution, and timeline management across design and jurisdiction review.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Design and Proposal Engineer
Spartan X
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create innovative design solutions for client proposals, enhancing project alignment.
- Conducted comprehensive analysis of client requirements to ensure accurate project specifications.
- Developed creative design solutions for complex projects, ensuring functionality and aesthetic appeal.
- Developed technical documentation and presentations to effectively communicate design concepts.
- Partnered with sales representatives to align project goals with strategic business objectives, ensuring cohesive proposal strategies.
- Collaborated with sales representative to align project goals with strategic business objectives.
- Designed creative solutions for complex projects, prioritizing functionality and aesthetic appeal to meet client expectations.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
PV Designer
ION Solar
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Designed photovoltaic systems tailored to customer specifications and site conditions.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate potential solar energy generation and installation feasibility.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize system designs for performance and efficiency.
- Developed detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD and other design software tools.
- Reviewed and approved final design plans ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Performed regular quality control checks on PV designs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established codes and standards.
- Collaborated with engineers for accurate load calculations and equipment sizing, ensuring optimal system performance.
- Provided detailed shading analysis, identifying optimum panel positioning for minimal energy loss due to obstructions.
- Managed multiple PV design projects simultaneously, maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and client specifications.
- Improved PV system efficiency by designing and optimizing solar array layouts.
- Coordinated with utility companies to ensure compliance with interconnection requirements, facilitating smooth project completion.
- Conducted site evaluations to determine suitable locations for solar installations, maximizing energy production potential.
- Developed comprehensive electrical single-line diagrams for permitting and construction purposes, streamlining project timelines.
- Tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.
- Connected system wiring and components to achieve both aesthetic and operational targets.
- Examined blueprints, technical documentation and customer facilities to determine appropriate locations for installations.
- Prepared plans and drawings for installation of solar photovoltaic systems.
- Put in place systems consistently surpassing code and safety standards.
- Inventoried supplies and materials for installations and repairs, documented changes and requested new inventory to meet expected demand.
PV Design Engineer
Complete Solar
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with clients, contractors, and engineers using Albatross (CRM) to deliver projects on time and within budget.
- Utilize AutoCAD, Aurora Solar, Near Map, and Google Earth for solar system modeling and design.
- Design PV Solar Plan sets, including PV array layout, electrical sheets, structural sheets, and bill of materials (BOM).
- Conducted site assessments, feasibility studies, and load analysis to determine optimal solar solutions.
- Ensured compliance with electrical design standards (IEC, NEC) while integrating energy storage systems (backup and non-backup batteries) into designs.
- Provide cross-functional support for SPEC, JCO, and work order teams.
- Developed comprehensive engineering documents for all projects.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
Design Engineer
SUNPOWER Philippines Ltd., ROHQ
09.2020 - 10.2024
- Designed and optimized photovoltaic systems for residential, ground-mounted, carports, and community-level projects, enhancing energy efficiency and reliability.
- Created PV Solar Plan sets, including electrical, structural, and permitting documentation. Applied best practices for design guidelines and standards to enhance system efficiency.
- Supported clients and contractors using Salesforce (CRM) to facilitate project execution and communication.
- Developed PV Solar Plan sets, including electrical, structural, and permitting documentation, applying best practices to meet design guidelines and standards.
- Mentored junior engineers in design principles and best practices for project execution.
- Optimized existing designs, reducing production costs and enhancing overall performance.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Brainstormed with product designers to implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to enhance technical and design skills, staying ahead in competitive industry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communication Engineering
06.2014 - 05.2020
Skills
AutoCAD
Aurora Solar
Salesforce CRM
Solargraf
Near Map
Single-line diagram design
String sizing calculations
Rapid shutdown compliance
Battery storage commissioning
Load analysis
Shading analysis
System sizing
Site assessment
PV system modeling
PV plan sets
Bill of materials
Structural coordination
Electrical sheet preparation
Permit package preparation
Utility interconnection applications
AHJ permit coordination
Net metering analysis
As-built documentation
Engineering stamp coordination
Timeline
Design and Proposal Engineer - Spartan X
01.2026 - Current
PV Designer - ION Solar
03.2025 - 09.2025
PV Design Engineer - Complete Solar
10.2024 - 03.2025
Design Engineer - SUNPOWER Philippines Ltd., ROHQ
09.2020 - 10.2024
EARIST - Bachelor of Science, Electronics and Communication Engineering
06.2014 - 05.2020