Solar PV Design Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in renewable energy is seeking a motivated technical design professional to join their team. This role focuses on designing large-scale solar PV and energy storage systems, ensuring the highest level of technical diligence. With a commitment to sustainable energy, the company offers a collaborative work environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. If you have a strong background in solar design and a passion for clean energy, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career while helping to shape a sustainable future.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Impact on clean energy transition

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in solar PV system design and engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV and BESS design principles.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality designs and specifications for solar PV and BESS systems.
• Coordinate designs primarily using AutoCAD and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Solar PV Design

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

AutoCAD

PVSyst

SCADA Knowledge

HV/LV Connection Knowledge

Education

Degree in Renewables/Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PVSyst

Job description

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Enviromena is a leading solar Independent Power Producer (IPP) dedicated to accelerating the global shift to sustainable energy. We develop, own, and operate solar projects that generate reliable, clean energy. Our commitment is to harness the power of the sun to create a sustainable future, providing affordable and renewable energy to communities and businesses.

We are seeking a motivated and experienced technical renewable energy design professional to join our team. The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for designing large scale solar PV and energy storage systems.

This position requires a deep understanding of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), ensuring the highest level of technical diligence. The role will be predominately office based with occasional site visits.

Responsibilities and Duties

• The production of high-quality designs and specifications for solar PV and BESS systems.
• Review and approve our development teams designs, schematics, and layouts, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and regulations.
• Coordinating and completing designs primarily using AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with project managers to align design deliverables with project timelines and budgets.
• Provide technical guidance during the project lifecycle, from initial concept to installation and commissioning.
• Ensure all designs meet industry standards, local regulations, and health & safety requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for technical queries from clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

Experience and Competencies

• Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to include design.
• Principles, components, and grid integration.
• Strong knowledge of design software including AutoCAD and PVSyst.
• Knowledge of SCADA and PPC’s
• 5+ years of experience in solar PV system design and engineering.
• HV/LV connection knowledge.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, NEC, BS EN).
• Maintaining documentation accurately and updating QMS.

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Full, valid UK driving license.
• The ability to work in the UK.
• A degree in Renewables/Electrical Engineering is desirable.

What we offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the transition to clean energy.