Solar Design Engineer - Dublin 8

Adecco; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working from Dublin 8

Job summary

Adecco client in Dublin is seeking an experienced Solar Design Engineer to drive development and delivery of solar PV projects. Based in Dublin 8, you will design, layout, wiring, and integration with grid connections, collaborating with clients, suppliers and internal teams.

The role requires strong AutoCAD/BIM, PVCase experience, and a track record of delivering high-standard solar projects. Hybrid work from Dublin 8 is available alongside a technical and commercial team.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Proven experience delivering solar PV projects.
• Experience with solar design: layouts, strings, AC/DC systems, inverters and grid connections.
• PVCase experience highly beneficial; strong AutoCAD/BIM skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar PV projects from concept through to delivery.
• Produce solar farm layouts, mounting systems, string designs and AC/DC wiring designs.
• Specify inverters, transformers and associated electrical equipment.
• Support grid connection and interconnection requirements.
• Prepare detailed engineering and design documentation using PVCase, AutoCAD, BIM and other CAD tools.
• Carry out energy engineering evaluations and detailed technical analysis.
• Develop project designs, costings, budgets and technical proposals.
• Liaise with technology suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and clients.
• Attend project sites and support technical delivery.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations and operational requirements.
• Keep up to date with emerging renewable energy technologies and market developments.
• Provide technical guidance to engineering colleagues and senior management.

Skills

Solar design

AutoCAD

PVCase

BIM

Grid connections

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PVCase

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

A growing energy and decarbonisation business is expanding its engineering team and is looking for an experienced Solar Design Engineer to play a key role in the development and delivery of renewable energy projects.

The company specialises in developing, designing, constructing and operating innovative energy solutions that help businesses accelerate their transition towards net zero.

With a growing pipeline of projects across multiple sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to join a business operating at the forefront of solar PV, battery energy storage and emerging energy technologies.

The Opportunity

Based in Dublin 8, you'll have a broad technical role covering the development and design of solar projects, from early-stage concepts through to delivery.

You’ll work closely with clients, suppliers, contractors and internal engineering teams, providing technical expertise while helping develop bespoke renewable energy solutions for commercial and industrial sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop solar PV projects from concept through to delivery
• Produce solar farm layouts, mounting systems, string designs and AC/DC wiring designs
• Specify inverters, transformers and associated electrical equipment
• Support grid connection and interconnection requirements
• Prepare detailed engineering and design documentation using PVCase, AutoCAD, BIM and other CAD tools
• Carry out energy engineering evaluations and detailed technical analysis
• Develop project designs, costings, budgets and technical proposals
• Liaise with technology suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and clients
• Attend project sites and support technical delivery
• Identify and mitigate project risks
• Ensure designs meet relevant standards, regulations and operational requirements
• Keep up to date with emerging renewable energy technologies and market developments
• Provide technical guidance to engineering colleagues and senior management

Experience & Background

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong experience delivering solar PV projects
• Proven experience with solar design, including layouts, strings, AC/DC systems, inverters and grid connections
• Strong experience with AutoCAD/BIM applications, with PVCase experience highly beneficial
• Excellent analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven ability to manage workload, priorities and deadlines
• Strong track record of delivering solar projects to a high standard
• 10+ years' experience would be an advantage
• Full driving licence advantageous
• Entitled to work in Ireland

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a high-growth energy and decarbonisation business
• Work on exciting net-zero and renewable energy projects across Europe
• Exposure to solar PV, battery energy storage and heat pump technologies
• Opportunity to develop your expertise across emerging energy technologies
• Some hybrid working from a Dublin 8 location
• Performance-based incentives
• Work alongside an experienced technical and commercial team
• Opportunity to make a genuine contribution to Ireland's renewable energy transition

Location: Dublin 8

Contract: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience

Start: ASAP