Electrical Design Manager - Solar / BESS

Advanced Resource Managers Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Design/Engineering Manager to lead the electrical design function. This role involves mentoring a small design team and ensuring compliance across projects in solar and battery storage. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering with a proactive mindset to grow with the company. Salary around £65,000 and opportunities for ongoing training are offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Ongoing training opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in electrical design/engineering, ideally within renewable energy.
• Solid understanding of industry compliance and electrical design software.
• Proven leadership skills to mentor and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the internal electrical design team.
• Produce and check electrical designs and calculations.
• Ensure compliance with G99 and G100 applications.
• Oversee costings and technical outcomes.

Skills

Electrical design expertise

Leadership skills

Proactive mindset

Knowledge of electrical design software

Job description

ARM is currently in partnership with an Essex-based Renewable energy company to recruit an Electrical Design/Engineering Manager.

Our client specialises in the development, design, construction, and maintenance of renewable energy solutions, primarily ground-mount and rooftop solar with battery storage. They pride themselves on professional construction standards, exceptional customer care, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that offers genuine career progression and the chance to play a leading role in the UK's renewable energy transition.

The Role

As Electrical Design/Engineering Manager, you will take full responsibility for leading the company's electrical design function. You will combine hands-on technical design expertise with leadership, overseeing a small but growing design team, managing third-party designers, and ensuring compliance, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency across all projects.

You'll work closely with the senior leadership team, providing technical guidance, driving quality, and helping the business scale to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the internal electrical design team, mentoring and supporting their professional growth
• Carry out and review detailed electrical designs and calculations (AC/DC cable sizing, LV AC grading studies, cabinet/connection design)
• Produce and check SLDs, electrical drawings, and predesign layouts
• Support G99 and G100 applications, liaising with inverter manufacturers and ensuring compliance
• Design and commission communication/monitoring systems, including remote support
• Oversee Bills of Materials, costings, and Scopes of Work to align technical and commercial outcomes

The Person

To be successful, you will bring:

• A strong background in electrical design/engineering, ideally within renewable energy, solar PV, or battery storage
• Solid understanding of industry compliance and electrical design software
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and manage a team
• A proactive, ambitious mindset - keen to grow with a rapidly scaling business

The Package

• Salary circa £65,000 depending on experience
• Company vehicle provided
• Monday-Friday office hours (37.5 hours per week)
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• A collaborative, innovative team environment

Next Steps

This is a fantastic chance to join a business making a real impact in renewable energy. If you're looking for a role where you can lead, influence, and grow, I'd love to hear from you.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.