Solar Technical Engineer

Astute People; Ireland; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Astute People is seeking a Solar Technical Engineer to support the technical delivery of large-scale solar PV projects across Ireland. The role covers design, planning, procurement, construction and commissioning, interfacing with DNOs and ESB Networks for grid connections.

You will review technical docs, ensure compliance with Irish/EU standards, and contribute to QA/QC, safety and continuous improvement across projects. Ireland-based EPC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2-5 years’ engineering experience within solar PV or renewable energy projects, ideally with EPC experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of solar PV systems, including modules, inverters, transformers, cabling and SCADA.
• Working knowledge of Irish/EU standards and regulations, including ET103, IEC standards and ESB Networks connection requirements.
• Experience with AutoCAD, PVsyst and Microsoft Office, with MV/HV grid connection, protection studies, BESS or hybrid energy experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support development of preliminary and detailed engineering designs, layouts and single-line diagrams for large-scale solar PV systems.
• Review and coordinate technical documentation including specifications, datasheets, method statements and engineering drawings.
• Ensure designs and project works comply with relevant Irish and EU standards, planning conditions, grid codes and health and safety requirements.
• Liaise with DNOs and ESB Networks regarding grid connection designs, protection settings and commissioning requirements.
• Carry out site inspections and provide engineering support throughout construction and commissioning activities.
• Support energy yield assessments, cable sizing, equipment selection and system optimisation.
• Work with QA/QC and EHS teams to ensure technical quality, compliance and safety standards are maintained.
• Prepare technical documentation for O&M handover, including as-built drawings and commissioning reports.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement across projects, including supporting BESS and hybrid energy system integration where required.

Skills

Technical delivery

Attention to detail

Strong communicator

Safety-conscious

Education

Electrical/Renewable Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

PVsyst

Microsoft Office

Job description

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with a leading renewable energy provider with a strong commitment to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Solar Technical Engineer for its Ireland operations.

The Solar Technical Engineer role offers the opportunity to support the technical delivery of large-scale solar PV projects across Ireland, working across design, planning, procurement, construction and commissioning.

Responsibilities and duties of the Solar Technical Engineer role

Reporting To The Technical Manager You Will

• Support the development of preliminary and detailed engineering designs, layouts and single-line diagrams for large-scale solar PV systems.
• Review and coordinate technical documentation including specifications, datasheets, method statements and engineering drawings.
• Ensure designs and project works comply with relevant Irish and EU standards, planning conditions, grid codes and health and safety requirements.
• Liaise with DNOs and ESB Networks regarding grid connection designs, protection settings and commissioning requirements.
• Carry out site inspections and provide engineering support throughout construction and commissioning activities.
• Support energy yield assessments, cable sizing, equipment selection and system optimisation.
• Work with QA/QC and EHS teams to ensure technical quality, compliance and safety standards are maintained.
• Prepare technical documentation for O&M handover, including as-built drawings and commissioning reports.
• Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement across projects, including supporting BESS and hybrid energy system integration where required.

Professional Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 2-5 years’ engineering experience within solar PV or renewable energy projects, ideally with EPC experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of solar PV systems, including modules, inverters, transformers, cabling and SCADA.
• Working knowledge of Irish/EU standards and regulations, including ET103, IEC standards and ESB Networks connection requirements.
• Experience with AutoCAD, PVsyst and Microsoft Office, with MV/HV grid connection, protection studies, BESS or hybrid energy experience desirable.

Personal skills

• Technically minded with strong attention to detail and a structured approach to engineering delivery.
• A strong communicator, able to work effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers and network operators.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to identify and resolve technical issues during project delivery.
• Safety-conscious, organised and comfortable working across multiple projects and site environments.

Salary and benefits of the Solar Technical Engineer role

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for professional development and progression.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days, alongside enhanced family leave policies.
• Private health insurance, life insurance, pension and Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support.
• Professional development support, including one funded professional membership per year, employee referral scheme and long-service recognition.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation.

We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.

Astute is also committed to the government’s Disability Confident Employer initiative.