Senior Commercial Solar Design Engineer

Harvey Norman Global Pty Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Norman Commercial Division is seeking a driven solar professional for a senior engineering role in Sydney. The position involves liaising with project managers, estimators and the sales team to design optimal solar systems for customers.

Applicants should have 5+ years in commercial solar PV design, with strong AutoCAD, PVsyst, SketchUp and Excel skills, and a solid understanding of AS/NZS standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in commercial solar PV design and engineering.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, PVsyst, SketchUp and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of Australian Standards (AS/NZS 3000, 4777, 5033, 5139).
• Experience interpreting architectural drawings, electrical layouts and SLDs.
• Experience with commercial solar grid connection applications and DNSP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate interval data to suggest engineering solutions to reduce energy consumption.
• Prepare approval, IFC and as-built drawings.
• Conduct solar energy yield modelling, shading analysis and interval data assessments.
• Prepare grid connection applications and liaise with DNSPs.
• Develop BOQs, work orders and technical documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers, suppliers, installers and project managers.
• Mentor junior engineers, allocate workloads and manage KPIs.
• Support project delivery, technical reviews and site inspections.
• Evaluate emerging solar technologies and engineering solutions.
• Research new products and solutions to keep up with our industry.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

SketchUp

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Harvey Norman Commercial Division is seeking a driven solar professional for a senior engineering role in Sydney. The position involves liaising with project managers, estimators and the sales team to design optimal solar systems for customers.

Applicants should have 5+ years in commercial solar PV design, with strong AutoCAD, PVsyst, SketchUp and Excel skills, and a solid understanding of AS/NZS standards.