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Design Engineer (Solar)

About the role

We are currently looking for a full-time Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of renewable energy solutions, with a particular focus on electrical design for commercial rooftop solar and battery storage systems.

This role is based in Sunderland with a starting salary up to £40,000 and the opportunity for a performance bonus.

In this role, you will work within the design team, responsible for developing and executing designs for domestic and commercial solar PV and battery storage solutions. It is essential to understand commercial electrical design and have a proficiency in AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge and experience in renewable energy installations.

What’s in it for you:

  • Performance bonus

  • Company events

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Paid volunteer time

  • Sick pay

The role:

This role involves the design and development of Solar PV and battery storage from feasibility to development. You will produce designs using industry-specific software and prepare full quotations and proposals, be involved in producing project-specific technical specifications, drawings and design documentation. You will continuously develop new business opportunities and client relationships and contribute to tender preparation.

It would be great if you have:

  • Knowledge of commercial electrical design

  • Strong knowledge of domestic/commercial solar PV systems

  • Experience in surveying, design, and quotations

  • Strong IT skills, with the ability to use design software (preferably including AutoCAD and PVSOL)

About you:

  • Customer-focused with a strong commitment to delivering on promises

  • Ability to model actions and behaviours consistent with the company values

  • Exceptional communication skills, able to liaise with a range of clientele

  • Confident and a self-starter, capable of working independently when needed

  • A team player who wants to contribute and add value

  • A keen problem solver and logical thinker

  • Flexible and responsive

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you have taken time out of your career or believe there are other relevant factors that we should consider, we would love to hear from you in your cover letter, which will support our commitment to a fair recruitment process.

If you are interested in this Design Engineer role, click ‘apply now’ and a member of our team will be in touch!

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.

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