Senior Project Engineer

Piper Maddox; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead the development of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards. As part of a dynamic team, you will be responsible for optimizing technical designs, managing engineering phases, and coordinating with various stakeholders. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to take your career to the next level, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale solar PV and battery projects.
• Proficiency in solar design software like PVsyst and PVCase.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise technical designs using various tools.
• Lead engineering workstreams from feasibility to detailed design.

Skills

Utility-scale solar PV

Battery energy storage

Project engineering

Technical design

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering

Tools

PVsyst

PVCase

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Renewable Energy Engineering - Senior Consultant at Piper Maddox

Location: North-west England (Hybrid)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £65,000

Piper Maddox are working with a global renewable energy IPP who have a pipeline exceeding 25GW. As they further expand in the UK, they are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support the delivery of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects.

You will take a lead in developing technical designs, managing project engineering through various phases, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise technical designs using PVsyst, PVCase, and other tools.
• Lead engineering workstreams from feasibility to detailed design and construction.
• Coordinate with technical advisors, contractors, and survey providers.
• Prepare technical documentation for tenders, contracts, and project approvals.
• Oversee technical compliance during installation and commissioning.
• Support due diligence and interface with external consultants, ICPs, and Owner’s Engineers.

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Renewable Energy Engineering, or similar.
• Experience with utility-scale solar PV and/or battery projects.
• Proficiency in solar design software (PVsyst, PVCase).
• Good understanding of UK electrical and renewable energy standards.

If this role matches your experience and you are looking to make the next step in your career, please apply or reach out to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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