Brian Calderon
About Brian Calderon
Brian Calderon is a Senior PV System Design Engineer at Sunrun, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in mechanical engineering and has held various engineering roles in academic and research institutions, including the University of Dayton and the Air Force Research Laboratory.
Work at Sunrun
Brian Calderon has been employed at Sunrun since 2020, currently holding the position of Senior PV System Design Engineer. In this role, he contributes to the design and implementation of photovoltaic systems. He previously worked as a PV System Design Engineer at Sunrun from 2019 to 2020, where he developed his expertise in solar energy systems. His responsibilities include acting as a design liaison during daily interdepartmental meetings, collaborating with teams from Construction, Sales, and Project Coordination. Additionally, he trains and mentors new hires on a quarterly basis, focusing on photovoltaic and energy storage systems.
Education and Expertise
Brian Calderon earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from Wright State University, completing his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in engineering and solar energy design. His expertise encompasses photovoltaic systems, energy storage solutions, and mechanical engineering principles, which he applies in his current role at Sunrun.
Background
Before joining Sunrun, Brian Calderon gained diverse experience in engineering roles. He worked as an Associate Mechanical Engineer at the University of Dayton Research Institute from 2017 to 2019. His earlier experience includes multiple positions at the Air Force Research Laboratory, where he served as a Research Assistant from 2013 to 2015 and completed internships in 2011 and 2012. Additionally, he worked as a Bursar Cashier at Wright State University for four months in 2013.
Achievements
At Sunrun, Brian Calderon has authored design guides for the design department resource archive, contributing to the organization's knowledge base. His role as a mentor and trainer for new hires reflects his commitment to fostering talent within the company. His involvement in interdepartmental coordination enhances project efficiency and collaboration among teams.