Senior Design Engineer

Mitie Group plc.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Chesterfield is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to manage a team and deliver high-quality electrical and solar PV designs. The role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and adherence to industry standards. Candidates should possess certifications including the 18th edition wiring regulations and electrical design verification. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, reviewing designs, conducting site assessments, and utilizing CAD software. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a well-respected company.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include 18th edition wiring regulations.
• Electrical design verification certification is required.
• Experience in commercial scale design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams to deliver projects efficiently.
• Review design submissions ensuring accuracy.
• Conduct site assessments for feasibility.

Skills

Leadership skills

Electrical system design

Compliance with industry standards

Solar PV design principles

Use of CAD and PV design software

Education

18th edition wiring regulations (2382-22)

Electrical design qualification (QCF level 4/2396)

Tools

CAD software

PV Syst/PV Sol

Job description

Job Overview

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will lead and manage a team of Graduate Design Engineers and Design Engineers to deliver high‑quality electrical and solar PV system designs within agreed timelines. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor design teams to complete assigned projects efficiently.
• Review and approve design submissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Provide constructive feedback and technical guidance to enhance team knowledge.
• Perform and oversee electrical system design, including cable sizing and protection calculations.
• Complete designer risk assessments and ensure adherence to statutory and non‑statutory requirements.
• Identify non‑compliance and safety issues, proposing effective solutions.
• Understand and apply Solar PV design principles, including system sizing, inverter selection, and electrical connections.
• Conduct site assessments to evaluate feasibility and optimize system performance.
• Utilize CAD and PV design software (PV Syst/PV Sol) for detailed layouts.
• Prepare technical documentation and cost estimates for tender responses.
• Liaise with clients to ensure designs meet requirements and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Support stakeholder meetings, design forums, and workshops.
• Participate in training programs and promote knowledge sharing within the team.
• Document lessons learned and implement improvements in design processes.
• Maintain accurate data within company tools and systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • 18th edition wiring regulations (2382-22)
  • Electrical design, verification of electrical installations (QCF level 4/2396)
• Nice to have
  • Any solar training course, CPD's
  • Electrical installations (QCF level 3 2357/2365)
  • Electrical testing and inspection (QCF level 3/2391)
  • Previous experience in Commercial scale design