Technical Design Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their Zero Carbon Living team in Glasgow. This full-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the journey towards sustainable energy solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Solar PV, demonstrating technical skills and attention to detail. You'll be responsible for ensuring quality installations and compliance with solar design standards, while also collaborating on innovative projects that enhance customer experiences. If you're ready to take ownership and drive change in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible pay

Extensive benefits

Inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Deep Solar PV experience with knowledge of system design and electrical configurations.
• Experience in fast-paced tech environments, preferably with MCS accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Review survey and solar design data for compliance and feasibility.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve project challenges.
• Collaborate on technological advancements and customer experience improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisation

Technical skills

Tools

EasyPV

SolarEdge Designer

Job description

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Location: Hub based! Bristol, London or Glasgow, with flexibility to work remotely.

Team: Zero Carbon Living (ZCL)

Salary band: £32,690 to £39,550, depending on skills and experience

Experience: Mid-level/Expert

Working pattern: Full-Time

Reporting to: Technical Assurance Manager

Sponsorship: Not available for this role.

This role in 3 words: Ownership, Decision-maker, Detail

Top 3 qualities: Attention to detail, Organisation, Technical skills

Note: Multiple positions available; start dates towards the end of 2023.

Why leave your current role for this one? Make a real difference in our Plan Zero journey.

Everyone belongs at OVO: We value diversity in all forms to help solve the climate crisis.

Team's mission: Ensuring solar and storage solutions are right for customers, with quality installations aligned with our Plan Zero goals.

Key responsibilities:

1. Review survey and solar design data for compliance and feasibility.
2. Guide on technical queries related to Solar PV.
3. Complete DNO applications, collaborating with sales and survey teams.
4. Provide technical expertise to resolve project challenges.
5. Utilize PV industry modeling and simulation tools.
6. Assess risks and opportunities, recommending future actions.
7. Collaborate on technological advancements and customer experience improvements.
8. Represent OVO at industry events.

Systems used: EasyPV, SolarEdge Designer, among others.

Ideal candidate: Deep Solar PV experience, knowledge of system design, electrical configurations, roofing, and experience in fast-paced, tech environments, preferably with MCS accreditation.

Not suitable if you: Avoid transparent conversations, working at pace, or detail-oriented tasks.

Benefits include: Salary range, bonus, flexible pay, extensive benefits (holidays, health, lifestyle, home, commute), and inclusion initiatives.