Commercial Solar Designer

Turner Townsend; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Birmingham is seeking a talented Commercial Solar Designer to develop innovative solar designs for commercial clients. Key responsibilities include designing solar photovoltaic systems, conducting site surveys, and creating technical drawings using software like AutoCAD and PVSyst. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and 2+ years of experience in commercial solar design. Strong knowledge of solar energy fundamentals is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in designing commercial solar PV systems.
• Strong understanding of solar energy fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar PV systems for commercial buildings.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Prepare system sizing calculations and performance simulations.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams.

Skills

Design of solar PV systems

Site surveys

Technical drawing

Performance simulation

Energy yield estimation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

PV Sol

AutoCAD

PVSyst

SketchUp

Job description

Job Description

Our Client is seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Solar Designer to join their growing team. They are a leading provider of sustainable energy solutions and are committed to delivering high-quality, innovative solar designs that meet the needs of our commercial clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for commercial buildings, including roof-mounted systems, ground-mounted systems, and carport-mounted systems.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies to determine the optimal solar system configuration.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications using industry-standard software (e.g., PV Sol AutoCAD, PVSyst, SketchUp).
• Prepare system sizing calculations, performance simulations, and energy yield estimates.
• Develop bill of materials (BOM) for solar system components.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest solar technologies, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Support sales and marketing efforts by providing technical expertise and design proposals.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in electrical engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or a related field.

2+ years of experience in designing commercial solar PV systems.

Strong understanding of solar energy fundamentals, including syste...