Solar PV Design Engineer
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 January 2026 |
| Location: | S41 9QJ |
| Company: | Mitie |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 87284 |
Summary
Job Overview
-As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical and solar PV system designs, supporting senior engineers, and ensuring compliance with statutory, client, and manufacturer requirements. This position provides a clear pathway for professional growth and progression within the design team.
Main Duties
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-Design Delivery & Compliance
-Complete design tasks as instructed by senior engineers within required business timeframes.
-Ensure all designs meet statutory, non-statutory, client, and manufacturer documentation requirements.
-Identify non-compliance and safety issues, proposing solutions as needed.
-Maintain due diligence and exercise sound engineering judgment in all tasks.
-Technical Skills & Tools
-Proficiently use design tools and software such as AutoCAD, PVSol, SolarEdge, and EOM.
-Support calculations for AC/DC loads, earthing, batteries, cable weights, and specifications.
-Add supporting evidence and documentation to design reports for review.
-Project & Data Management
-Complete daily work schedules and maintain accurate data within company management tools.
-Follow company processes and documentation standards.
-Support and instruct on-site surveys, ensuring accurate information is captured for first-time-right designs.
-Client & Stakeholder Engagement
-Liaise with clients to ensure designs meet their requirements and incorporate feedback.
-Attend stakeholder calls, design forums, and workshops as required.
-Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
-Continuous Improvement & Learning
-Participate in training programs and continuous learning to enhance skills.
-Assist in preparing technical documentation and cost estimates for tender responses.
-Address and overcome design issues with efficient solutions.
Development Path
-Phase 1:
-Gain a strong understanding of solar PV design principles, site assessments, and system design.
-Participate in technical training and support tender documentation.
-Phase 2:
-Ensure compliance with G99 regulations for UK power systems.
-Develop expertise in electrical system design, cable/protection calculations, and advanced CAD/PV software.
-Take a lead role in technical documentation and client liaison.
-Support team meetings and instructions from business development managers (BDMs).
-Ensure all company data and tools are kept up to date and clear.
-Attend and contribute to meetings and workshops as required
What we are looking forMinimum Qualifications
-18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382-22)
-Electrical HNC, HND, Degree or similar
Preferred Qualifications
-
-Solar PV training or CPD certifications
-Electrical Installations (QCF Level 3 - 2357/2365)
-Electrical Testing & Inspection (QCF Level 3 - 2391)
-Experience in commercial-scale design projects
-Electrical Design & Verification of Installations (QCF Level 4 / 2396)
-As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical and solar PV system designs, supporting senior engineers, and ensuring compliance with statutory, client, and manufacturer requirements. This position provides a clear pathway for professional growth and progression within the design team.
Main Duties
-
-Design Delivery & Compliance
-Complete design tasks as instructed by senior engineers within required business timeframes.
-Ensure all designs meet statutory, non-statutory, client, and manufacturer documentation requirements.
-Identify non-compliance and safety issues, proposing solutions as needed.
-Maintain due diligence and exercise sound engineering judgment in all tasks.
-Technical Skills & Tools
-Proficiently use design tools and software such as AutoCAD, PVSol, SolarEdge, and EOM.
-Support calculations for AC/DC loads, earthing, batteries, cable weights, and specifications.
-Add supporting evidence and documentation to design reports for review.
-Project & Data Management
-Complete daily work schedules and maintain accurate data within company management tools.
-Follow company processes and documentation standards.
-Support and instruct on-site surveys, ensuring accurate information is captured for first-time-right designs.
-Client & Stakeholder Engagement
-Liaise with clients to ensure designs meet their requirements and incorporate feedback.
-Attend stakeholder calls, design forums, and workshops as required.
-Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
-Continuous Improvement & Learning
-Participate in training programs and continuous learning to enhance skills.
-Assist in preparing technical documentation and cost estimates for tender responses.
-Address and overcome design issues with efficient solutions.
Development Path
-Phase 1:
-Gain a strong understanding of solar PV design principles, site assessments, and system design.
-Participate in technical training and support tender documentation.
-Phase 2:
-Ensure compliance with G99 regulations for UK power systems.
-Develop expertise in electrical system design, cable/protection calculations, and advanced CAD/PV software.
-Take a lead role in technical documentation and client liaison.
-Support team meetings and instructions from business development managers (BDMs).
-Ensure all company data and tools are kept up to date and clear.
-Attend and contribute to meetings and workshops as required
What we are looking forMinimum Qualifications
-18th Edition Wiring Regulations (2382-22)
-Electrical HNC, HND, Degree or similar
Preferred Qualifications
-
-Solar PV training or CPD certifications
-Electrical Installations (QCF Level 3 - 2357/2365)
-Electrical Testing & Inspection (QCF Level 3 - 2391)
-Experience in commercial-scale design projects
-Electrical Design & Verification of Installations (QCF Level 4 / 2396)