Project Engineer – Solar PV

Location: Remote + occasional UK wide travel, as required.

Role

Climate17 are working alongside a leading independent energy specialist who develop commercial and large-scale solar PV assets.

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

Responsibilities

- 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

Requirements

- Experience in the cradle-to-grave management of the solar design of UK energy projects.- Relevant solar design experience and competency in various software packages (PVsol, PvDesign, SolarEdge Designer)- 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 UK drivers’ licence – essential- Full right to live and work in the UK without sponsorship - essential

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