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Senior Solar Engineer

Job in City of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh Area, EH1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-23
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Edinburgh

Overview

Company Description

AECOM are looking for Solar Design Engineers with varying areas of expertise / experience to join our rapidly expanding renewable energy team.

The successful candidate(s) will join our project teams to deliver a range of feasibility, design and technical advisory roles. Working on a range of commercial-scale rooftop, car-port, floating and ground mount solar projects including design services for some of the largest NSIP scale Solar PV projects in the UK as well as projects in across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) some of which will also include energy storage.

Key

responsibilities
  • Designing PV system using PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase or other PV design software.
  • Support projects by providing design layout, system specification, cost estimates and technical reports.
  • Conducting technical site surveys (nationwide).
  • Attend client meetings and build rapport to coordinate and develop solutions.
  • Support the commercial team in the preparation of technical submission documents and tenders, from a technical perspective.
  • Uphold a robust health and safety culture across the company.
  • Gain and maintain knowledge of the latest Electrical Codes.
  • Engineering technical excellence and pride in work and project outcomes.
  • Application of BS 7671 wiring regulation and IET CoP for solar PV installations.
About You
  • Proven track record and experience in the design, specification or construction of solar PV projects as a consultant or EPC contractor.
  • Ability to produce formal reports and documents.
  • Highly motivated, able to work independently, diligent and with an eye for detail.
  • Looking to achieve a chartership in their chosen institute.
Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

  • Engineering Degree and or master’s degree in a related subject
  • Proven track record and experience in the design, specification or construction of solar PV projects as a consultant or EPC contractor.
  • Ability to produce formal reports and documents.
  • Highly motivated, able to work independently, diligent and with an eye for detail.
  • Looking to achieve a chartership in their chosen institute.
  • Drivers license to access remote sites.
Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at Reaso

At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at  and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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