Solar PV & BESS Draftsperson - Design & Compliance

Solar Start Pty Ltd; Byron Bay; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Start Pty Ltd in Byron Bay is seeking an Electrical Engineering Draftsperson to join our office-based technical team. This full-time role prepares design drawings and technical documentation for solar PV and battery installations across NSW, from site assessment to sign-off by the Technical Lead.

You will produce PV layouts, single-line diagrams, and sizing calculations in line with AS/NZS standards, using Pylon/OpenSolar or CAD tools, with keen attention to accuracy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Advanced Diploma or degree in engineering or related field.
• At least 1 year of experience in solar PV and/or battery system design.
• Working knowledge of AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 5139.
• Experience with Pylon, OpenSolar or similar solar design software.
• Strong attention to detail and able to produce accurate technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare PV layouts, single-line diagrams and design documentation for solar PV and battery installations.
• Ensure all designs and drawings comply with current industry standards, regulations, and requirements.
• Maintain and update drawing registers, revision controls and templates to ensure consistency across all projects.
• Complete system sizing, string design and cable sizing calculations to AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 5033 and AS/NZS 5139.
• Carry out virtual site assessments of switchboards, roofs and battery install locations.
• Prepare grid connection applications to DNSPs, including export limits and protection settings.
• Check sales quotes and proposals for technical feasibility and compliance.
• Estimate material quantities and prepare scope of works documents for each installation.
• Inspect completed installations for compliance with the design and relevant standards.

Skills

Solar PV design

Battery system design

Attention to detail

Technical documentation

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma or degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Pylon

OpenSolar

CAD software

Job description

Solar Start Pty Ltd in Byron Bay is seeking an Electrical Engineering Draftsperson to join our office-based technical team. This full-time role prepares design drawings and technical documentation for solar PV and battery installations across NSW, from site assessment to sign-off by the Technical Lead.

You will produce PV layouts, single-line diagrams, and sizing calculations in line with AS/NZS standards, using Pylon/OpenSolar or CAD tools, with keen attention to accuracy and compliance.