Job description
Design Engineer - Solar PV
Commutable from Hull, Brigg, Grimsby, Scunthorpe, Doncaster, York and surrounding areas
£40,000 - £45,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Training + 20 days holiday (+BH) and 2 weeks Off Over Christmas + Progression Opportunities + Benefits
Are you an Electrical and / or Mechanical Design Engineer with strong CAD experience, looking to advance your technical skillset and work on multi-megawatt sustainable infrastructure across the UK?
On offer is a high-impact role within a dynamic renewable specialist on an exciting upward trajectory, that will invest in your training and development and encourage career progression.
This well-established company are building a reputable name within the renewable energy sector, specialising in the design, construction and operations of commercial, industrial and agricultural solar PV, EV and battery storage projects across the UK. With an impressive pipeline of work and ambitious plans to scale up and expand into larger, more exciting ventures, they are now seeking a Design Engineer to join their passionate team to fuel future success.
In this role, the Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in the development of projects, and will be responsible for producing mechanical and electrical engineering designs for commercial, industrial and agricultural Solar PV projects.
This role would suit a Solar PV Designer, or an experienced Electrical and / or Mechanical Design engineer with strong CAD knowledge and a passion for renewable energy. Experience designing C&I Solar PV projects and knowledge of industry software is desirable, but not essential as training will be provided.
This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career into the consistently evolving renewable energy sector, where you will receive specific industry training, work on cutting-edge projects, and contribute to a greener future.
The Role:
- Produce mechanical and electrical engineering designs for roof and ground-mounted Solar PV projects
- Interpret commercial tender specifications and requirements
- Support with the creation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ), Construction Information (CI) packs, As-built packs / O&M manuals
- Liaise and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure projects meet specification
- Manage staged due diligence DNO/IDNO (Grid, Planning, Structural assessments)
- Hold weekly design meetings and regularly communicate with customers, senior managers, and stakeholder
The Person:
- Solar PV Designer, or strong Electrical and / or Mechanical Design background
- Strong experience using CAD software (3D Useful but not mandatory)
- A background within the renewable energy sector and experience using industry specific software (PVSyst, PV Sol, Solaredge, and Electrical OM) is desirable but not essential
- HNC/HND/Degree in relevant discipline, or time served experience
- Commutable to Hull
Reference Number: BBBH264423
To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Gabrielle Peters at Rise Technical Recruitment.
Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
