Commercial Solar Designer

The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of sustainable energy solutions is seeking a Commercial Solar Designer in Reading, UK. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related fields and more than 2 years of experience designing commercial solar PV systems. Responsibilities include designing solar systems, conducting site surveys, and preparing technical specifications. The successful applicant will also stay updated on solar technologies and support sales teams with technical proposals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for commercial buildings.
• Conduct site surveys to determine optimal solar system configuration.
• Create detailed technical drawings and specifications using software.
• Prepare system sizing calculations and energy yield estimates.
• Develop bill of materials (BOM) for solar system components.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams.
• Stay updated on latest solar technologies and regulations.
• Support sales and marketing with technical expertise.

Job description

Commercial Solar Designer The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited•Reading, ENG, UK

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...