Solar Design Engineer - C&I Solar PV

£40,000 to £45,000 per year, Plus car allowance, Commission scheme, bonus and benefits

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

12/03/2026

Role Climate
17 are working alongside a leading independent energy specialist who develop commercial and large-scale solar PV assets.

They are actively searching for a Solar Design Engineer to help them successfully design, develop and deliver new solar PV projects across the UK.

• Development of solar proposals using modelling software
• Develop drawings and layouts to a professional standard for use in planning, proposals and grid applications
• Attend technical site visits to assess the appropriateness of initial designs and revise models if necessary
• Suggest an initial electrical design based on client infrastructure and review with our preferred electrical designer/installer
• Create cost estimates for delivery of proposals of solar projects
• Submitting, reviewing, and challenging connection offers for HV/LV grid connections from the DNO for solar proposals
• Preparation of technical specifications for invitations to tender and contracts for solar proposals.
• Coordination and review of tender submissions where an EPC is utilised
• Project manage the construction of the solar projects including design modifications, technical support and contractor design reviews
• Working with our procurement team to manage and grow our technical relationship with suppliers

• Experience in the cradle-to-grave management of the solar design of UK energy projects - 500kw
• Relevant solar design experience and competency in various software packages
• PVSol is essential for this position
• Experience in submitting, reviewing, and challenging connection offers for HV/LV grid connections from the DNO.
• The ability to prioritise your own workload, especially when juggling multiple projects at various stages of development, and to understand and manage your own time to control budgets.
• Good communication; ability to build relationships to maximise the efficiency of the team.
• Willingness to come up with ideas and identify opportunities.
• Commercial experience would be of value, especially experience handling contractor claims and change orders.
• Full right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
• Location:
  
  Remote office and site travel, as required.

Climate
17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm.

We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Climate
17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.

We believe there is no solution to climate change without people.

We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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