Senior Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Senior Design Engineer specializing in Electrical and Solar PV. The successful candidate will manage a team of design engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards while delivering high-quality electrical designs. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in solar PV systems, and excellent communication skills, making it ideal for those looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations and Electrical Design & Verification required.
• Experience in commercial-scale design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide design engineers to complete electrical designs within deadlines.
• Ensure designs meet compliance and safety standards.
• Conduct surveys and site visits for accurate data.

Skills

Understanding of Solar PV systems

Electrical design principles

Leadership

Communication skills

Proficient in CAD

Proficient in PV Syst

Proficient in PV Sol

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382-22)

Electrical Design & Verification (QCF Level 4/2396)

Job description

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Senior Design Engineer- Electrical & Solar PV

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382-22)
• Electrical Design & Verification (QCF Level 4/2396)

Nice to Have:

• Electrical Installations (QCF Level 3/2357/2365)
• Electrical Testing & Inspection (QCF Level 3/2391)
• Experience in Commercial-Scale Design

Job Role:

• Manage and guide design engineers to complete electrical designs within deadlines.
• Ensure designs meet compliance, safety standards, and engineering judgment.
• Complete designer risk assessments and review submissions.
• Instruct and/or perform Solar PV design, including site assessments, system design, and G99 applications.
• Prepare technical documentation, cost estimates for tender responses, and support sales teams.
• Complete electrical system designs, cable protection calculations, and CAD software usage.
• Liaise with clients to ensure designs meet requirements and provide technical support.
• Conduct surveys and site visits to ensure accurate data for designs.

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of Solar PV systems, G99 regulations, and electrical design principles.
• Ability to lead a team, communicate technical concepts, and provide constructive feedback.
• Proficient in CAD, PV Syst, and PV Sol.

This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and excellent communication skills.