Commercial Solar Designer

Kainos; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of sustainable energy solutions is seeking a talented Commercial Solar Designer in Sheffield. You will design and develop solar PV systems for commercial buildings, conduct feasibility studies, and create technical drawings using tools like AutoCAD and PV Sol. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree related to renewable energy and at least 2 years of experience in solar design. Join their dynamic team to contribute to innovative and sustainable energy solutions.

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 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 and marketing with technical expertise.

Skills

Commercial solar design

Technical drawing

Site surveys

PV system calculations

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering

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
  • 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...