Solar Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is seeking a skilled professional to design and develop solar PV projects in a rapidly expanding team. You will manage projects from proposals to construction, ensuring high-quality outcomes. Candidates should have experience in solar design, strong communication skills, and be able to manage multiple projects. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £45,000 within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary aligned with experience

Qualifications

• Experience in solar PV projects in the UK.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications and cost estimates.
• Experience with cradle-to-grave project involvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new solar projects.
• Manage proposals and grid applications.
• Oversee construction and commissioning phases.

Skills

Design and development of solar PV projects

Competency in design and modelling tools

Understanding of HV/LV grid connections

Strong communication skills

Organized and adaptable

Tools

PVsol

PvDesign

SolarEdge Designer

PVSyst

Job description

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Location: Home Based (with travel as required)

Start Date: ASAP

The Company:

An established independent energy specialist with over 25 years’ experience delivering innovative generation systems in the UK and overseas. The business has a proven track record in developing and delivering power generation projects and, since 2019, has expanded into flexible reserve generation, energy storage, and behind-the-meter solutions. With a growing project portfolio ranging from 500kW rooftop schemes to multi-MW ground-mount installations, the company is entering a period of significant growth and diversification.

The Opportunity:

Reporting to the Head of Solar, you will join a rapidly expanding team and play a key role in the design, development, and delivery of new solar projects. You’ll be involved across the full lifecycle of projects - from proposals and grid applications through to construction and commissioning - providing technical expertise and driving high-quality outcomes.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with solar design and project engineering experience to work on diverse projects, contribute innovative ideas, and help shape the future of clean energy delivery.

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in the design and development of solar PV projects in the UK (rooftop and/or ground mount).
• Competency in design and modelling tools such as PVsol, PvDesign, SolarEdge Designer, PVSyst, or similar.
• Understanding of HV/LV grid connections and DNO applications.
• Ability to prepare technical specifications, cost estimates, and tender documentation.
• Strong communication skills and a track record of working collaboratively across technical and commercial teams.
• Organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with cradle-to-grave project involvement, including construction oversight, would be highly beneficial.
• Exposure to renewable heat, procurement, and contractor management is desirable.

What’s on Offer

• The chance to work on diverse and high-impact solar and energy storage projects across the UK.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking environment, where innovation and teamwork are at the core of delivery.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation expanding into new markets.
• Competitive package aligned with experience - Up to £45,000

If you are interested, please upload a copy of your CV to be considered. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.