Solar PV Design Engineer

Role Overview
Work with new and existing clients, responsible for the whole life cycle of each of your projects from full design through to specification and sign off of solar PV installations. Carry out site visits and surveys for prospective installations of commercial roof and ground mount installations. Your day-to-day work will be designing PV installations, tendering documents and drawings associated with the submission of planning applications.
Responsibilities
Lead design engineering for projects in our pipeline - Commercial
Utilise Autocad and PVSol/PVSyst for tendering documents and drawings for planning applications
Manage District Network Operators and Independent Connection Providers, including connection application processes and G99/G100 requirements
Verify initial system layout and equipment location specified by salesperson
Complete system designs for PV projects including site plans, verify mounting plans, single-line electrical drawings, specification of switchgear and protective devices, monitoring and communications, metering and labelling
Interface and provide streamlined project information and detailed bill of materials to the commercial team
Provide operations, service and sales departments with engineering support as needed.
Understand the optimal design applications and design limitations of our standard products, and lead the evaluation of alternate products Skills, Qualifications & Experience
4+ years in the design and specification of Solar PV commercial installations
Knowledge of photovoltaic systems, NEC requirements, construction practices
Familiar with a range of panel, inverter, meter and mounting manufacturers
Competent in AutoCAD (essential) and in PVSOL (preferred)
Electrical engineering degree or significant electrical PV design and installation experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously
Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
Comfortable working autonomously as well as a team player
Proficient with Microsoft Office packages, especially Excel
You must hold a UK driving licence for this position The successful candidate will be expected to attend training, industry exhibitions and client workshops to develop relevant skills and knowledge
Salary & Benefits
£40-£45,000 per annum
£5k car allowance
25 days holiday + bank holidays
3x life assurance
Employee Assistance Program (discount from high street retailers)
Private healthcare
Free eye test vouchers
Employee referral scheme
Pure Gym discount
Virgin Media - 'My Rates' discount
Occupational Health
Access to apprenticeships

Aberla Energy is part of the Svella group of companies, a portfolio of businesses with expertise in energy and telecoms infrastructure, logistics and construction. Our management team has over 75 years' experience designing and deploying value-adding energy infrastructure across the UK.
Our client base is diverse, ranging from public sector organisations such as councils and universities to blue chip industrial, manufacturing and fulfilment companies, and private investors.
Our approach is holistic, we assist with the development of energy strategies, consultancy, design and installation, commissioning and O&M. We take pride in being a long-term and reliable partner to the organisations we work with