Mechanical Electrical Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Mechanical or Electrical Design Engineer for a fully remote contract role. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing systems such as solar PV, wind, or battery storage. The role involves producing detailed designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. It requires a degree in engineering and proficiency in relevant design software.

Qualifications

• Proven design experience in the renewables sector.
• Strong understanding of solar, wind, battery, or power distribution systems.
• Chartered status or BIM experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communicator

Self-motivated

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.