Solar Design Engineer (Electrical)

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy startup is looking for a CAD Engineer to join their dynamic team in London. The role involves producing high-quality CAD designs for various utility scale energy projects, ensuring industry compliance while leveraging your engineering expertise. Candidates should have at least 3 years of CAD experience, preferably in renewable energy, and a strong educational background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering. A competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered to support your career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Paid annual leave

Breakfast and dinner for office-based employees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in CAD drafting for utility scale energy projects.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and electrical design principles.
• Detail-oriented with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Develop Single Line Diagrams adhering to electrical requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers and project managers to maintain organized CAD documentation.

Skills

AutoCAD

Electrical systems

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

PVCase

PVSyst

3D modelling software

Job description

Job Description

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup dedicated to transforming the energy landscape. We are seeking a skilled CAD Engineer with a strong background in power/electrical engineering to support various projects across our EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) and R&D teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality designs, including wiring schematic diagrams, site layouts, Ready For Construction and As Built technical drawings for utility scale energy projects (solar, wind, CCNG, etc.), ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Location: United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed CAD drawings for electrical systems, layouts, and construction plans, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Develop and maintain accurate Single Line Diagrams, adhering to electrical and grid requirements.
• Support the R&D team with CAD expertise, creating drawings and models for prototypes and innovative designs.
• Optimise system layouts, cable routing, and equipment placement for maximum efficiency.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and contractors to maintain organised CAD files and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (with a focus on power infrastructure), or a related field.
• 3+ years in CAD drafting, with experience in electrical design and utility scale energy infrastructure projects.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or similar CAD tools. Experience in PVCase and PVSyst is highly . Prior experience creating CAD drawings that supported successful project construction.
• Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and Design for Manufacturing.
• Solid knowledge of electrical systems, design principles, and industry standards (e.g., BS 7671, IEC).
  Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and a desire to work in a fast paced environment.

Bonus

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) or solar design software (e.g., PVsyst, Helioscope, PVCase).
• Proven track record of delivering technical drawings for utility scale energy infrastructure projects such as solar, wind, BESS, gas, etc.
• Familiarity with 3D modelling (e.g., Revit) or BIM workflows.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Paid annual leave
• Breakfast and dinner for office based employees