At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of utility-scale solar PV projects and ensure technical excellence.
- Company: Join INTEC Energy Solutions, a leader in renewable energy and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 28 days annual leave, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's energy transition with innovative solar solutions.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in solar PV design and strong knowledge of UK grid requirements.
The predicted salary is between 56700 - 69300 £ per year.
About Us: INTEC Energy Solutions offers its valued customers best-in-class Engineering, Procurement, Construction (EPC), Development, Consultancy, Operations & Maintenance services, and new energy solutions. INTEC excels in creating and developing top-tier, turnkey solar power plants and BESS solutions worldwide, embodying a commitment to excellence and sustainability. With the expertise of a global workforce, INTEC is establishing itself as a leading player, executing over 180 projects globally and achieving a significant installed and secured capacity of over 3.9 GWp. We maintain an active presence across Europe, APAC, the Middle East, Africa, and Türkiye.
INTEC Energy Solutions is seeking an experienced Lead Solar Design Engineer to support utility-scale solar PV projects across the UK.
This is a key technical role responsible for leading solar PV design from feasibility and bid stage through to construction-ready design and project delivery support. The successful candidate will provide design leadership across EPC and turnkey projects, ensuring solutions are technically robust, commercially optimised, grid compliant and buildable.
Key responsibilities
- Leading utility-scale solar PV design, carrying out site assessments, system modelling, energy yield assessments, layout optimisation and preparing or reviewing key design deliverables such as PV layouts, string layouts, single-line diagrams, cable schedules, technical reports and design calculations.
- Supporting design reviews, technical queries, value engineering, construction handover and the mentoring of junior engineers.
- Working closely with project management, construction, procurement, commercial, business development and engineering teams, while also liaising with clients, DNOs, NGESO, consultants, subcontractors and equipment suppliers.
Requirements
- An electrical engineer with proven experience designing and delivering utility-scale solar PV projects in the UK or comparable markets.
- Strong knowledge of UK grid requirements, and an understanding of PV design principles including DC and AC design, inverter selection, string sizing, cable sizing, voltage drop, loss optimisation and system performance.
- Experience with PVsyst and AutoCAD is required.
- ETAP and BESS integration experience would be highly advantageous.
This role would suit a technically strong solar design professional who enjoys leading design activity, working with multiple stakeholders and helping deliver high-quality renewable-energy projects that support the UK’s energy transition.
INTEC offers a competitive salary, 28 days’ annual leave excluding bank holidays, career-development opportunities and the chance to join a growing global renewable-energy company.
Lead Solar Design Engineer in City of London employer: INTEC Energy Solutions
INTEC Energy Solutions is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment that fosters innovation and sustainability in the renewable energy sector. With competitive salaries, extensive professional development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees are empowered to make a significant impact on the future of clean energy while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Located in the UK, this role provides the chance to lead transformative projects in a rapidly growing global company dedicated to excellence and eco-friendly solutions.
