Principal Solar Electrical Engineer
Core
Design, specify, and deliver solar PV systems for utility-scale and distributed generation projects, including feasibility studies, technical reports, and site surveys.
Role type
Principal Solar Electrical Engineer (Consultancy)
Builds
Commercial-scale rooftop, carport, floating, and ground-mounted solar PV systems, often integrated with battery energy storage.
Domain
Renewable Energy / Solar PV / Electrical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Solar PV system design, electrical infrastructure knowledge, technical reporting, client relationship management, project team leadership, design review and approval, UK electrical standards (BS 7671, IET Code), site surveying, tender documentation preparation.
Preferred skills
Chartered Engineer status, experience with PVSol/PVSyst/PVCase, experience in EPC contractor or developer environments, mentoring junior engineers.
Technologies
PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase
Responsibilities
Design solar PV systems using industry-standard software; conduct technical site surveys; produce design layouts, specifications, and cost estimates; attend client meetings; support commercial team with technical submissions; uphold health and safety culture; apply BS 7671 and IET Code of Practice.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with leadership and mentoring responsibilities