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Solar PV Design Engineer

Job details
Posting date: 10 December 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 January 2026
Location: S41 9QJ
Company: Mitie
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 87284

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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

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-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)

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