Mechanical Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer to support renewable energy system designs. This fully remote contract role requires technical capabilities and experience in solar PV, wind, or battery storage, involving multidisciplinary collaboration and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proven design experience in the renewables sector.
• Chartered status, grid integration knowledge, or BIM experience is desirable.

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).

Skills

Proficient in design tools and engineering software

Strong understanding of solar, wind, battery, or power distribution systems

Effective communicator

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

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.