Uk Technical Manager - Solar PV

Job ID: 8562

HVAC+R

Date posted
19th February 2021
Region
North West
Country
United Kingdom
Salary
£50,000 to £65,000
Benefits
££ Superb Basic + Bonus + Career Path

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UK Technical Manager - Solar PV. £50-65k Plus bonus Plus Car (Home Based)

The successful candidate must have previous experience of working as either a Technical Manager, Solar Design Engineer or an Electrical Building Services Design Engineer with recent, relevant & demonstrable experience of designing and delivering roof-mounted Commercial-scale solar PV systems.

The role will work closely with end-user clients as well as sub-contracted electrical installation teams to ensure a smooth and seamless project delivery. The successful candidate must be capable of managing the process cradle-to-grave i.e. from technical site survey through to producing detailed design & feasibility reports, equipment specifications & budget estimation, turn-key project management & aftercare support.

In return, the successful candidate will become a valued member of an experienced team and enjoy full support for training and personal development, with the opportunity and encouragement to progress as the business continues to grow. This is a strategically important role for the business and the successful candidate will be working closely with the company directors and senior technical team in a supportive, friendly, yet professional and dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual and team player, with the communication skills, energy and focus to manage and support a busy pipeline of projects.
 

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct technical site surveys (nationwide)
  • Attend client meetings
  • Prepare initial feasibility designs and customer reports / proposals
  • Complete full technical designs of commercial-scale solar PV systems
  • Prepare and manage capital costs, bill(s) of materials and project budgets
  • Support the commercial team in the preparation of technical submission documents and tenders, from a technical perspective
  • Support the wider business in the preparation of construction & electrical drawings
  • Oversee and manage projects from cradle to grave
  • Uphold a robust health and safety culture across the company
  • Ensure projects are delivered to the highest quality of engineering and technical standard
  • Maintain knowledge of latest Electrical Codes (CPD).

Required Skills & Experience

  • Engineering technical excellence and pride in work and project outcomes
  • Strong attention to detail, accurate and methodical in work
  • Strong experience in the creation of technical drawings and electrical schematics
  • Proficient in PVSyst, PV*SOL or equivalent PV design software (essential)
  • Proficient in the use of AutoCAD software (highly desirable, but not essential)
  • Minimum 2+ years’ experience designing & managing commercial-scale solar PV and submitting DNO G99 applications, in the UK. Experience of DNO liaison.
  • Ability to produce detailed & comprehensive energy output reports
  • Ability to create / generate PV designs for all building types
  • Ability to tailor client proposition to add value where applicable
  • Strong electrical background: with the ability to prepare cable calculations using electrical design software & carry out electrical calculations, cable sizing and earthing calculations
  • Strong IT skills, particularly Excel
  • Clear communicator, confident in communicating and influencing at all levels
  • Experience of commercial scale battery storage design and installation (desirable)
  • Full UK Driving Licence

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