Technical Solar Manager

RGIT Australia; Preston; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

ECO Approach Ltd is seeking an experienced Technical Solar Manager to lead the technical design and delivery of solar PV projects from design through to installation.

This office-based role oversees compliance with industry standards, supports surveyors and installers, and coordinates with design, suppliers and internal teams to ensure high-quality renewable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience designing PV and storage systems for residential, commercial and industrial projects.
• Proficient with PV design software such as PVSol, EasyPV, SolarEdge Designer.
• Ability to create layouts, single-line diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of MCS, PAS 2030/2035 and DNO G98/G99 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical design of solar PV projects.
• Review and approve system designs and specs.
• Provide technical support to surveyors and installers.
• Ensure compliance with current regulations and health and safety.
• Liaise with DNOs, manufacturers and suppliers.
• Monitor progress and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation.
• Assist with training and mentoring technical staff.

Skills

Technical leadership

PV design software

Electrical design principles

MCS standards

DNO requirements

Project design review

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Site surveys

Education

Level 3 Installation & Commissioning PV Systems

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

Tools

PVSol

EasyPV

SolarEdge Designer

Job description

Full-time Permanent Mid-level Senior

Posted 04 Aug 2026

Description

ABOUT US

ECO Approach Ltd is a leading provider of property certification, compliance, andenergy efficiency services, specializing in gas heating, electrical installations, servicing, and repairs. We serve over 10,000 properties monthly across the UK, working with homeowners, landlords, estate agents, housing associations, and energy companies.

YOUR ROLE

We are looking for an experienced and organisedTechnical Solar Managerto join our growing team. This is an office-based position responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of our solar PV projects from design through to installation and completion.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, support installation teams, ensure compliance with industry standards, and work closely withdesign, suppliers, and internal departments to deliver high-quality renewable energy solutions.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

• Managethe technical designof residential and commercial solar PV projects.
• Reviewand approve system designs, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Providetechnical support to surveyors, installers.
• Ensureall projectscomply withcurrent regulations, MCS standards, DNO requirements, and health and safety legislation.
• Liaisewith Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), manufacturers, and suppliers.
• Monitorproject progress and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Supportproduct selection and ensure equipment compatibility.
• Keepup to date with industry developments, technologies, and legislation.
• Assistwith training and mentoring technical staff whererequired.
• Maintainaccurateproject documentation and technical records.

SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Level 3 Award in the Installation and Commissioning of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Inspection & Testing qualification (City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of MCS standards, PAS 2030/2035 (where applicable), and DNO G98/G99 requirements.
• Experience designing residential, commercial and industrial Solar PV and battery storage systems, including site surveys, shading analysis, yield calculations and technical feasibility assessments.
• Proficient in producing system layouts, single-line diagrams and electrical schematics using solar design software (e.g. PVSol, EasyPV and SolarEdge Designer).
• Ability to specify PV modules, inverters, optimisers, mounting systems and associated electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical design principles, Health & Safety requirements and industry best practice.
• Excellent problem-solving, technical reporting, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.