Commercial Solar Designer

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of sustainable energy solutions is seeking a talented Commercial Solar Designer in High Wycombe. This role focuses on designing and developing solar photovoltaic systems for commercial buildings, conducting site surveys, and preparing detailed technical specifications. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has over 2 years of experience in commercial solar design. Join a dedicated team that values innovative solutions and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 2+ years of experience designing commercial solar PV systems.
• Strong understanding of solar energy fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Design solar PV systems for commercial buildings.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications.
• Prepare system sizing calculations and energy yield estimates.
• Develop bill of materials for solar components.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams.
• Stay updated on solar technologies and regulations.
• Support sales with technical expertise and proposals.

Skills

Solar energy fundamentals

Technical drawing skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Renewable Energy Engineering

Tools

PV Sol

AutoCAD

PVSyst

SketchUp

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
  • 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...

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