Principal Solar Engineer

jobs24.co.uk; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of the energy sector's transformation! As a Principal Solar Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing innovative solar solutions that contribute to a sustainable future. You'll work on exciting projects across the UK and EMEA, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver feasibility studies, design layouts, and technical advisory services. This role not only offers the chance to work on iconic energy projects but also to develop your skills in a supportive environment that values engineering excellence and safety. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a tangible impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Proven experience in solar PV project design and construction.
• Engineering degree with a focus on renewable energy or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Design PV systems using specialized software for various solar projects.
• Conduct technical site surveys and support project submissions.

Skills

PV system design

Technical report writing

Client relationship management

Health and safety compliance

Electrical Codes knowledge

Attention to detail

Motivation and independence

Education

Engineering Degree

Master's Degree in related subject

Tools

PVSol

PVSyst

PVCase

Job description

As a global leader in advisory, engineering, environmental, programme delivery and construction services, we're committed to delivering resilient, sustainable legacies. From wind and solar to hydropower, energy storage, hydrogen and nuclear, our projects span the entire energy ecosystem, enabling the UK's transition to a greener future. We're proud to be working on some of the most iconic energy projects, ensuring a balanced, reliable, and sustainable energy mix for future generations. AECOM are looking for Principal Solar Design Engineers with varying areas of expertise / experience to join our rapidly expanding renewable energy team. The successful candidate(s) will join our project teams to deliver a range of feasibility, design and technical advisory roles. Working on a range of commercial-scale rooftop, car-port, floating and ground mount solar projects including design services for some of the largest NSIP scale Solar PV projects in the UK as well as projects in across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) some of which will also include energy storage.

Responsibilities

• Designing PV system using PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase or other PV design software.
• Support projects by providing design layout, system specification, cost estimates and technical reports.
• Conducting technical site surveys (nationwide).
• Attend client meetings and build rapport to coordinate and develop solutions.
• Support the commercial team in the preparation of technical submission documents and tenders, from a technical perspective.
• Uphold a robust health and safety culture across the company.
• Gain and maintain knowledge of the latest Electrical Codes.
• Engineering technical excellence and pride in work and project outcomes.
• Application of BS 7671 wiring regulation and IET CoP for solar PV installations.
• Proven track record and experience in the design, specification or construction of solar PV projects as a consultant or EPC contractor.
• Ability to produce formal reports and documents.
• Highly motivated, able to work independently, diligent and with an eye for detail.
• Looking to achieve a chartership in their chosen institute.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree and or master's degree in a related subject.
• Drivers license to get to remote sites.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector's transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As Europe accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we're playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low-carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.