Solar Sales Engineer

Greenvolt Group; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Meal card

Flexible benefits

Hybrid regime (2 days remote)

Job summary

Greenvolt Group is seeking a Solar Sales Engineer to develop photovoltaic self-consumption solutions, from energy analysis to costing and commercial proposals.

You will collaborate with the Commercial Engineering team to blend technical expertise with a strong commercial mindset, manage projects and procurement, and drive process improvements in a dynamic renewable energy environment. Hybrid work in Porto with international exposure and a focus on sustainability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Renewable Energy Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of two years' professional experience in a similar role.
• Experience in photovoltaic system design and PVsyst simulation.
• Knowledge of technical drawing using AutoCAD.
• Experience in preparing project budgets and Bills of Quantities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Strong sense of responsibility, organisation and attention to detail.
• Proactive and dynamic approach with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyse energy consumption profiles and design photovoltaic energy production solutions for self-consumption projects.
• Design photovoltaic systems across rooftop, ground-mounted and carport configurations.
• Develop electrotechnical designs and project documentation.
• Prepare project budgets and BoQs for proposed solutions.
• Conduct procurement activities related to BoQ items.
• Prepare commercial proposals with tailored technical documentation.
• Manage assigned projects and workflows with effective planning.
• Contribute to process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Ensure reporting and information flow per management guidelines.
• Support implementation of Integrated Management System policies and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

English communication

Project coordination

Team collaboration

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Environmental/Renewable Energy Engineering degree

Tools

PVsyst

AutoCAD

MS 365 (Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

As a Solar Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for developing photovoltaic self-consumption solutions, from energy consumption analysis and technical design through to costing and the preparation of commercial proposals.

Working closely with the Commercial Engineering team, you will combine technical expertise with a strong commercial mindset to deliver solutions aligned with clients' requirements. You will also manage assigned projects and workflows, contribute to procurement activities and support the continuous improvement of internal processes in a dynamic renewable energy environment.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Analyse energy consumption profiles and design photovoltaic energy production solutions for self-consumption projects;


• Design photovoltaic systems across different configurations, including rooftop, ground-mounted and carport solutions;


• Develop electrotechnical designs and project documentation;


• Prepare project budgets and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for the proposed solutions;


• Conduct procurement activities related to BoQ items;


• Prepare commercial proposals, including technical documentation tailored to clients' requirements;


• Manage assigned projects and workflows, ensuring effective task planning and coordination;


• Contribute to the development of innovative processes and procedures aimed at improving operational efficiency;


• Ensure appropriate reporting and information flow in accordance with management guidelines;


• Support the implementation and dissemination of the Integrated Management System policies and procedures;


• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and promote an organisational culture focused on operational excellence.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Environmental, Renewable Energy Engineering or another relevant engineering field;


• Minimum of two years' professional experience in a similar role;


• Experience in photovoltaic system design and simulation using PVsyst;


• Knowledge of technical drawing using AutoCAD;


• Knowledge of electrotechnical design;


• Experience in preparing project budgets and Bills of Quantities;


• Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, particularly Excel and PowerPoint;


• Good written and spoken English;


• Strong sense of responsibility, organisation and attention to detail;


• Proactive and dynamic approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities;


• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills;


• Team-oriented mindset and the ability to collaborate effectively with different stakeholders;


• Interest in working at the intersection of engineering and commercial activities within the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

What do we have to offer?

• Competitive salary aligned with experience;


• Integration into a solid company and a young, dynamic team;


• Be part of an international environment;


• Attractive benefits package including health insurance, flexible benefits, pension plan and meal card;


• Flexible work environment and work-life balance;


• Hybrid Regime (2 days of teleworking);


• Free Birthday Day;


• 25 days of holidays.

We want an energy transition for everyone from everyone!