Senior Solar Design Engineer

AVA Energy; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Senior Solar Design Engineer to spearhead the design of large-scale solar PV projects in Bristol. This hybrid role involves managing a design team, producing high-quality layouts, and optimizing designs. Candidates must possess an engineering degree and substantial solar design experience, contributing to innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of solar design experience required.
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of ground-mounted PV systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a small technical design team.
• Produce and sign off high-quality solar layouts and yield analyses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Team Leadership

Technical Understanding of PV Systems

Commercial Understanding

Education

Engineering Degree

Job description

Direct message the job poster from AVA Energy

AVA are partnered with a major IPP in the search for a Senior Solar Design Engineer to lead the in-house design of large-scale solar PV projects - driving optimisation, value engineering, and technical leadership. The role is based in Bristol with a hybrid working model (minimum 3 days per week in the office).

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and mentor a small technical design team
• Produce and sign off high-quality solar layouts and PVSyst yield analyses
• Optimise designs to EPC build standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Development, FP&A, and EPC contractors

Your Profile:

• Engineering degree and 5+ years’ solar design experience
• Strong technical and commercial understanding of ground-mounted PV systems
• Proven team leadership and training experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Project Management

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy, Energy Technology, and Engineering Services

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