Discover BSR: British Solar Renewables creates smart energy systems for a net zero carbon future. British Solar Renewables develops (BSR Energy), builds (BSR EPC), and maintains (BSR O&M) utility-scale solar, wind and storage projects in the UK and internationally. Having developed and built in excess of 700MWp BSR are a major contributor to the UK Renewable Energy Sector.
We’re building a community of passionate individuals committed to shaping the future; providing the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sector. Offering a culture where collaboration and inclusivity thrive alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. We are looking for a talented Junior Electrical Design Engineer to work on the detailed technical design of LV & MV systems in Solar PV plants and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) developed, constructed, and operated within the BSR group.
As a Junior Electrical Engineer, you will support the Design & Engineering team in delivering LV & MV electrical designs for solar PV and battery energy storage projects. You will assist with technical design from concept through to construction, gaining hands-on experience under the mentorship of our Senior Electrical Engineer.
Contribute on the design of solar PV and BESS projects from conceptual configuration of plants and layouts to detailed SLD, wiring diagrams, calculations, and specs, including construction engineering support and final acceptance.
Assist in developing single-line diagrams (SLDs), wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and equipment layouts
Help produce technical specifications and datasheets for LV/MV equipment (inverters, transformers, switchgear, UPS)
Coordinate with suppliers and technical advisors for technical documentation, installation drawings, and lead-times.
Assist with site surveys and as-built documentation checks
Help investigate operational performance metrics (e.g., yield analysis, performance ratios)
Learn to use industry software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, PVSyst, Amtech/Cableizer) for cable sizing and protection studies.
Up to 2 years’ experience (graduate or placement) in electrical design or engineering
Good understanding of electrical power systems, SCADA, and communications interfaces
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel for data analysis)
UK driving licence
Basic experience with AutoCAD, PVSyst, Amtech, Cableizer, or comparable design tools
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related STEM discipline, or
Monthly social events, such as team lunches, breakfasts, volunteering and a Christmas and Summer party.
~ Our Hybrid Working Policy allows you to work from home up to three days a week.
~ Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies.
~ An annual bonus scheme which rewards you for all of your hard work.
~ A referral scheme for when you refer someone to work at BSR.
~ Supporting you beyond work with our Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
~ 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days.
~ Long Service Recognition Scheme
~ Private Health insurance after completion of 3-month probation period.
~ Life insurance
~ Pension
Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the role requirements.