Mechanical Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Ipswich; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote contract role. This position involves producing detailed designs for solar PV, wind, and battery storage systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and working independently with remote teams. Ideal candidates will have relevant engineering degrees and proven experience in the renewables sector.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Produce and review detailed system designs, schematics, and layouts.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., IEC, BS, NEC).
• Collaborate remotely with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Design tools

Engineering software

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.