Job Description Job Title: Solar Design Engineer Location: Northampton Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year Schedule: Monday to Friday Benefits: Company pension, private medical insurance, 28 days holiday, and professional development opportunities Role Overview: A growing opportunity is available for a skilled Solar Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of commercial solar PV systems. This role is ideal for someone with experience in renewable energy system design—particularly solar, EV, or battery storage solutions—and who is proficient in using PVSol software. Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, you will be responsible for creating efficient, code-compliant designs for rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations across various commercial projects. This is a great opportunity for a technically minded individual looking to further their career in the renewable energy sector. Key Responsibilities: • Solar System Design: Create detailed layouts and engineering designs for commercial-scale rooftop and ground- mounted solar PV systems • Electrical Engineering: Design both AC and DC systems, including single-line diagrams, conduit layouts, panel schedules, and grounding systems • Regulatory Compliance: Prepare documentation and technical drawings for permitting, grid connection applications, and regulatory submissions • Project Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and project stakeholders to support seamless design-to- installation processes • Technical Optimization: Assist with equipment selection, material specification, and system configuration to balance performance and cost • Quality Control: Verify system specifications and installation plans to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices Requirements: • Experience in solar PV design, with a strong understanding of renewable technologies (solar, battery storage, or EV preferred) • Proficiency in using PVSol or similar solar design software • Strong knowledge of electrical systems and relevant UK regulations • Ability to produce detailed technical drawings and documentation • Strong communication and problem-solving skills • Relevant qualifications in electrical or renewable energy engineering are advantageous What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary package (£35,000–£45,000) • Company pension scheme • Private medical insurance • 28 days of paid annual leave • Opportunities for training, development, and working on cutting-edge renewable energy projects This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the clean energy transition while developing your expertise in a rapidly expanding industry.