Mechanical Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Mechanical Electrical Engineer to contribute to design projects of renewable energy systems, including solar PV and wind. This fully remote contract role requires an independent engineer with a strong background in the renewables sector and proficiency in design software.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Design experience in renewables sector.
• Proficient in design tools and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Produce and review detailed system designs, schematics, and layouts.
• Support feasibility studies, calculations, and system optimization.
• Collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Design experience in renewables

Proficient in design tools

Effective communication

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

ETAP

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edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Role Overview:

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.