Adam M. Jann
About Adam M. Jann
Adam M. Jann serves as the PV Design Engineering Supervisor at Sunrun, where he has worked since 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy from Illinois State University and a Master's degree in Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Work at Sunrun
Adam M. Jann has served as the PV Design Engineering Supervisor at Sunrun since 2016. In this role, he oversees a team of 13 to 23 Design Engineers, managing various levels of experience and responsibilities. His responsibilities include maintaining the relationship and expectations between the Design department and stakeholders across the state of Illinois. Adam has also previously managed design operations for Texas and Northern California, showcasing his extensive experience in the solar energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Adam M. Jann earned his Bachelor of Science in Renewable Energy from Illinois State University, studying from 2013 to 2015. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Science Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies in 2022. His academic background provides a solid foundation in renewable energy and management, which he applies in his current role in the solar industry.
Background
Before joining Sunrun, Adam M. Jann worked in various roles at Chili's from 2010 to 2016, including Server, Bartender, Trainer, Shift Leader, and Safety Monitor in the Rockford and Bloomington-Normal, Illinois areas. He also worked as a Project Developer at Illinois State University from 2014 to 2015. These experiences contributed to his leadership skills and ability to manage teams effectively.
Achievements
During his tenure at Sunrun, Adam M. Jann has led a team focused on designing products for large communities developed by prominent builders. He has also managed a new business unit within the Design department that concentrates on new residential construction. Adam has been instrumental in developing processes, key performance indicators (KPIs), and tools tailored to this new business unit, demonstrating his capability in driving innovation within the organization.