Commercial Electrical Designer

Good Energy Group; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company based in Lincoln is looking for a skilled Commercial Electrical Designer to develop electrical designs and support solar PV installations. The role requires proven expertise in electrical design, proficiency in software like AutoCAD and Amtech, and a BSc in Electrical Engineering. Successful candidates will enjoy a variety of benefits, including an 8% annual bonus, generous holiday leave, and a supportive workplace culture fostering flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

8% annual bonus

25 days annual leave plus birthday off

Ethical pension with employer-matched contributions

Life assurance

Health & Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as an Electrical Designer.
• Excellent understanding of electrical design and electrical systems.
• Valid full driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system design for solar PV supplies.
• Create detailed electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Ensure designs comply with codes and standards.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Cable calculation proficiency

Understanding of electrical systems

Education

BSc degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Amtech

Trimble

Job description

Commercial Electrical Designer

Application Deadline: 27 December 2025

Department: Solar Team - Desk Based

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Reporting To: Rosie Hendry-day

Compensation: £45,000 - £46,000 / year

Description

No day will be the same - here are some of the highlights

We're seeking a skilled Electrical Designer to join our growing business, who will be responsible for all design and calculations for the solar PV electrical installations on commercial properties. This role involves providing critical technical support and installation specifications to the Project Manager and site team. Working closely with our surveyors and project managers, the designer ensures that every installation meets our high standards for quality and safety, reporting directly to the Head of Commercial Operations.

Responsibilities

• Electrical System Design: Develop the full electrical system design and layout for solar PV supplies, including product specification.
• Schematics & Diagrams: Create detailed electrical schematics and single-line diagrams for all installations.
• Technical Interpretation: Interpret and translate requirements provided by Surveyors and Project Managers into accurate designs.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all final designs meet current regulations, comply with relevant codes, and adhere strictly to safety standards.
• Detailed Calculations: Perform comprehensive technical calculations to formally demonstrate regulatory compliance.
• Cable Calculation Expertise: Execute accurate cable calculations using industry-approved software such as Amtech or Trimble.

What you'll need to succeed

Essentials

• Proven work experience as an Electrical Designer.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Amtech or Trimble and other related software.
• Excellent understanding of electrical design and electrical systems.
• BSc degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Valid full driver’s licence.

Desirable

• Experience in the solar PV industry is a plus but not essential.

Hybrid working explained

Our head office is in Chippenham, Wiltshire, with additional offices and warehouses in Lincoln, Ringwood (Hampshire), and Kent. For this role, we’re looking for candidates to be based in our Lincoln office. We are looking for candidates who are able to join us from January 2026 onwards. We offer both formal and informal flexible working options. Full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday.

Benefits you can rely on

🎁 8% annual bonus: company-wide bonus scheme designed to reward collective teamwork and delivery of results across the whole business.

🌞 Holiday: 25 days annual leave, a day off for your birthday, additional days leave for long service, plus bank holidays. You’ll also have the option to buy additional leave, allowing for a better work-life balance.

💸 Ethical Pension with Aviva: Good Energy offers an ethical pension plan provided by Aviva, with employer-matched contributions up to 7.5% of your base salary.

🚴 Supporting Greener Choices: Good Energy offers EV leasing scheme and a cycle to work scheme for all employees.

✅ Life Assurance: We offer a cash lump sum of 6X your salary for your family/next of kin — giving you peace of mind.

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