AECOM Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Senior Solar Engineer
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As the world accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we’re playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low‑carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.
As a global leader in advisory, engineering, environmental, programme delivery and construction services, we’re committed to delivering resilient, sustainable legacies. From wind and solar to hydropower, energy storage, hydrogen and nuclear, our projects span the entire energy ecosystem, enabling the UK’s transition to a greener future. We’re proud to be working on some of the most iconic energy projects, ensuring a balanced, reliable, and sustainable energy mix for future generations.
What You’ll Do
* Design PV systems using PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase or other PV design software.
* Support projects by providing design layout, system specification, cost estimates and technical reports.
* Conduct technical site surveys (nationwide).
* Application of BS 7671 wiring regulation and IET CoP for solar PV installations.
* 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.
* Work in line with engineering technical excellence and take pride in work and project outcomes.
Enjoy the Perks
At AECOM, you’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work‑life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.
Qualifications
* A proven track record and experience in the design, specification or construction of solar PV projects as a consultant or EPC contractor.
* The ability to produce formal reports and documents.
* Be highly motivated, able to work independently, diligent and have an eye for detail.
* Be someone who is looking to achieve a chartership in their chosen institute.
* Hold an Engineering Degree and/or Master’s degree in a related subject.
* Full UK Drivers license to be able to travel to remote client sites.
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 ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. 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!
Additional Information
Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more. For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn (Francesca Siddle).
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 programme 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.
Employment Details
Business Line: Energy
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10116858
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