Residential Solar Design Engineer - Impactful & Fast-Paced

Harvey Norman; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable project pipeline

Exposure to solar and battery systems

Grow into SME role

Collaborative team environment

High ownership and responsibility

Job summary

Harvey Norman is seeking a Design Engineer to drive residential solar system design and documentation. You will bridge sales, installers and operations to ensure high-quality delivery.

The role includes sizing, performance modeling, and creating detailed design packages and work orders in line with relevant standards. Ideal candidates have 1+ year in solar design, SAA accreditation, AutoCAD and PVSyst proficiency, and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a solar design or similar role (residential preferred).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, PVSyst and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of local permitting processes and building codes related to solar installations.

Responsibilities

• Produce complete solar design packages including panel layouts, SLDs, BOQs, and performance modeling.
• Generate comprehensive Work Orders for installers including BOM and design guidelines in line with AS/NZS 3000, 5033, and 4777.
• Conduct system sizing, shading analysis, and ROI calculations based on customer data.
• Prepare documentation for grid approvals (Ausgrid, Endeavour and Essential Energy).
• Ensure accurate and complete supporting documentation for order processing.
• Thoroughly prepare project documentation in coordination with all stakeholders.
• Demonstrate independent problem-solving skills in client interactions.
• Deliver high-level customer service and promptly address queries.
• Provide technical advice to our representatives, coordinators, installers and customer service team.
• Collaborate with procurement and supply chain to source materials.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, regulations and emerging technologies to incorporate into system designs.
• Evaluate and optimise existing solar installations for improved performance and efficiency.
• Assist in developing proposals and technical presentations for client meetings.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

SAA design accreditation for grid connected

Tools

AutoCAD

PVSyst

Microsoft 365 / Office

Job description

Harvey Norman is seeking a Design Engineer to drive residential solar system design and documentation. You will bridge sales, installers and operations to ensure high-quality delivery.

The role includes sizing, performance modeling, and creating detailed design packages and work orders in line with relevant standards. Ideal candidates have 1+ year in solar design, SAA accreditation, AutoCAD and PVSyst proficiency, and strong collaboration skills.