Solar PV Technical Design Engineer

E.ON; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Solar PV Technical Design Engineer, where your expertise will contribute to the energy transition to net zero. In this home-based role with regular UK travel, you'll lead the design of PV projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. With a focus on efficiency and quality, you'll have the opportunity to influence the future of energy while enjoying a market-leading benefits package that supports your career growth and work-life balance. If you're passionate about renewable energy and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company car / car allowance

26 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Life cover

Bonus opportunities

Access to 20 flexible benefits

Development opportunities

Support for disabled applicants

Qualifications

• Proven track record on a variety of PV schemes; both rooftop and ground mount.
• Strong familiarity with PV manufacturers and components.
• Detailed design experience in small wiring and containment.

Responsibilities

• Lead designs including shading analysis and 3D modelling.
• Perform simulations to optimise solar PV system performance.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure understanding.

Skills

Engineering skills

PV system design

3D modelling

Shading analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Engineering qualification (Degree/HNC or equivalent)

Tools

AutoCAD

PV*SOL/PVSyst

MS Office

Job description

We need everyone's positive energy and innovative thinking to lead the energy transition to net zero. That's why we welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences and have a range of flexible working options to suit everyone!

Solar PV Technical Design Engineer

Here's what you'll be doing

Salary - £60,601 - £73,963 & great benefits

Location - home-based with regular UK travel

Our Energy Infrastructure Solutions business design, build and operate energy solutions for industrial and commercial customers. The range of technologies we offer includes efficient lighting, Solar PV, complex multi-MW CHP and storage solutions to name just a few! We combine different technologies to maximise our customers' benefits and help them achieve Net Zero.

Due to rapid growth in the energy sector, we have an exciting opportunity for a multi-skilled Solar PV Technical Design Engineer to join our B2B Solutions team. Here you'll undertake the design function for the whole lifecycle of PV projects, from spatially coordinated design through to full design & specification and commissioning of PV installations. Working with various areas of the business including Sales, Development & Design Engineers, Supply Chain, Project Management and Installation teams, you'll deliver system designs for commercial and industrial Solar PV installations. Utilising your strong PV experience with a pro-active working style, you'll have the ability to manage your own workload, maintaining strong attention to detail.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to take the next step in their career and make a huge difference to one of the world's foremost energy suppliers.

Key responsibilities include

• Taking the lead on designs including shading analysis, 3D modelling, electrical single-line diagrams, panel schedules and connection diagrams, using AutoCAD software.
• Performing computer simulation of solar PV generation system performance or energy production to optimise efficiency.
• Reviewing and approving solar PV designs and recommending technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality or performance.
• Using engineering judgement to identify parts and components to be used in PV projects, working closely with the E.ON supply chain.
• Communicating effectively with clients to ensure design and system proposals are fully understood.
• Working cross-functionally with Sales, project support and installation teams to ensure clients' needs and internal deadlines are met.
• Adhering to standard operating procedures and quality / safety standards for solar installation work and developing new processes where necessary.

What we need from you

• Engineering / design skills and experience with a proven track record on a variety of PV schemes; both rooftop and ground mount.
• Strong familiarity with PV manufacturers and components.
• Detailed design experience in small wiring, containment, as built drawings, scaffolding and fall arrest / work restraint.
• Working knowledge of standard and more advanced PC software tools (such as MS Office suite, AutoCAD, PV*SOL/PVSyst, modelling software, etc.) with the ability and willingness to learn new software tools.
• Substantial knowledge of current relevant legislation with regards to HSSE, construction and services installation.
• Thorough understanding, detailed experience and formal training in CDM responsibilities.
• Experience in DNO G99 Applications.
• Full UK/EU driving licence.

It would be great if you had

• An engineering qualification e.g., Degree/HNC or equivalent.
• Knowledge of LV and HV electrical works associated with PV projects.
• A strong understanding of the commercial impact of activities.

Here's what you need to know

• This is a home-based role with regular UK travel.
• This role comes with a company car / car allowance.
• Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out.
• Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Lets discuss how we can work together flexibly.
• Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we're committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone.
• Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria.
• Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority.

E.ON is committed to being an inclusive employer. We recognise that everyone is different and we aim to provide a working environment where each person feels respected, valued and able to achieve their full potential. We are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please just let us know.

At a glance

Reference no.: 236640 Closing date: 18/05/2025 Salary: £60,601 - £73,963

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For more information about the role please contact [e-mail]

About us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries work daily towards the improvement of technical innovations and user-friendly customer solutions for the new energy world. We are the first large energy company to focus more heavily upon the energy of the future through our three business areas of energy networks, renewable energies and customer solutions.

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