Senior Carport Design Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom seeks a Senior Carport Design Specialist to lead the design of innovative solar carport solutions. This role is pivotal in optimizing clean energy infrastructure by integrating advanced technologies to create structurally robust and visually appealing carport designs. You will collaborate with a dynamic team and influence the future of sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Collaborative team culture

Impact on sustainability

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in solar infrastructure, carport design, or structural engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD, BIM, and structural analysis software.
• Strong understanding of PV systems and civil engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of innovative solar carport solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers and on-site teams.
• Develop a comprehensive library of CAD-ready carport designs.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelors or Masters degree in Structural Engineering, Architectural Design, or related discipline

Tools

CAD

BIM

Structural analysis software

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20.07.2025

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03.09.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Norwich
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Hours: 39 Hours a week
Reporting to: Managing Director

About the Role

RenEnergy is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior Carport Design Specialist to lead the development and optimisation of advanced solar carport solutions. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of clean energy infrastructure by delivering modular, technology-embedded carport systems that combine architectural elegance with engineering excellence.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping our next-generation product offering, designing structures that are not only structurally robust and aesthetically appealing but also fully integrated with modern solar and smart technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of innovative, visually attractive, and structurally sound solar carport solutions.
• Evaluate, refine, and standardise carport foundations and structural systems, including proprietary eSmart and eStream formats.

Integrated Technology Planning

• Integrate technologies such as inverters, EV chargers, lighting, and security systems into early-stage carport concepts.
• Ensure seamless coordination between architectural design and electrical engineering requirements.

Design System Development

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive library of CAD-ready, ISO-compliant carport designs suitable for deployment across multiple markets.
• Ensure all models meet local and international regulations, quality standards, and client specifications.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with procurement, project managers, and on-site teams to ensure that designs are practical and adaptable to real-world conditions.
• Support vendor selection and material sourcing through technical input and specifications.
• Standardised templates for structural and foundation systems.
• Fully integrated modular carport designs with embedded smart technologies.
• Scalable CAD design library for efficient rollout.
• Design documentation aligned with site feedback and installation data.

Commercial Impact

• Reduce capital costs by eliminating overengineering.
• Increase installation efficiency through standardised, modular design.
• Elevate client satisfaction with high-quality, future-ready carport systems.
• Enhance RenEnergys brand through innovation in visual design and technological integration.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Structural Engineering, Architectural Design, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in solar infrastructure, carport design, or structural engineering.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD, BIM, and structural analysis software.
• Strong understanding of PV systems, electrical integration, and civil engineering principles.
• Proven project management experience from concept to implementation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a dynamic renewable energy or clean-tech environment.
• Knowledge of international building codes and ISO-compliant design.
• Familiarity with modular construction and prefabrication principles.

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture.
• Work in the growing renewable energy sector, making a real impact on sustainability.
• Collaborate with a dynamic and passionate team focused on innovation and excellence.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Diversity is at the heart of our company culture, and we invite you to be part of it.