Job Title: Solar PV Design & Commissioning Engineer
Location: Field-Based – UK Wide (Ideally Midlands or Lincolnshire-based)
Salary: £40,000 – £46,000 DOE + Van + 25 Days Holiday + Overtime + Tools
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview
This is a varied role involving the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of both rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV systems across commercial sites. You’ll take projects from initial design and planning through to build, commissioning, and post-installation fault finding and testing.

The Opportunity
We’re hiring on behalf of a well-established M&E contractor specialising in renewable energy projects. With a growing pipeline of solar PV installations, they’re looking for a Solar PV Engineer with strong design and commissioning skills to join their expanding team.

Key Responsibilities

Design solar PV systems using Solax or SolarEdge design software to produce optimal layouts and specifications
Install rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV systems, including fitting mounting structures, panels, inverters, and electrical connections
Carry out testing, commissioning, and maintenance of systems
Support with fault-finding, repairs, and upgrades on existing systems
Assist and oversee installation teams to ensure designs are implemented accurately
Maintain accurate reports, design documentation, and site records
Ensure health & safety procedures are followed on all projects

Requirements

Proven experience designing and installing solar PV systems (rooftop and/or ground-mounted)
Experience using Solax or SolarEdge design platforms – essential
NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation – essential
18th Edition Wiring Regulations – essential
Ability to commission systems to full operational status
Strong problem-solving skills for fault-finding and system optimisation
CSCS/ECS card preferred
Full UK driving licence
Comfortable with UK travel and occasional overnight stays

Package Includes

£40,000 – £46,000 salary (DOE)
Company van + fuel card
Tools, PPE, and uniform provided
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Overtime opportunities
Private Medical
Ongoing training and career progression

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