Mechanical Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative projects involving solar PV, wind, and battery storage systems. This fully remote contract position requires an independent engineer experienced in system design and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven design experience in renewables sector.
• Strong understanding of solar, wind, battery, or power distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review detailed system designs, schematics, and layouts.
• Support feasibility studies, calculations, and system optimization.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Design experience in renewables

Proficiency in design tools

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

ETAP

Job description

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We’re looking for a Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer with experience in renewable energy to support the design of systems such as solar PV, wind, or battery storage. This is a fully remote, contract role suitable for an independent, technically capable engineer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce and review detailed system designs, schematics, and layouts.
• Support feasibility studies, calculations, and system optimization.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEC, BS, NEC).
• Collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to technical documentation, specifications, and installation planning.
• Use relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Revit, ETAP).

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proven design experience in the renewables sector.
• Proficient in design tools and engineering software.
• Strong understanding of solar, wind, battery, or power distribution systems.
• Effective communicator, self-motivated, and able to work independently.

Desirable: Chartered status, grid integration knowledge, or BIM experience.