Role Purpose

The Renewable Energy Design Engineer will play a pivotal role in the development of commercial renewable energy/electric vehicle charging projects. Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will lead on the design stage of solar PV, BESS and EV charging solutions, as well as our internally developed renewable heating technology, JustHeat. Your responsibilities will include technical design activities, full ownership of DNO liaison (G99/ENA applications), the collation of pre-construction documentation and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) packs.

You will bring a strong foundation in EV charging/solar PV project development, including the use of design tools such as PVSyst/PVSol and proprietary mounting kit design platforms, you will also have the capability to undertake site surveys to confirm design feasibility and enable accurate pricing in collaboration with our estimating and project management teams.

The ideal candidate will have experience that combines elements of electrical design though the production of schematic diagrams and cable sizing, experience with the planning legislation, preparing and submitting statutory applications through the planning portal, and a detailed understanding of solar PV, BESS and EV charging design processes.

The role has opportunities for progression for the right candidate as we build and scale our Energy and Operations teams. With opportunities to expand into EV charging, energy efficiency, renewable heating or project management, depending on the candidates’ ambitions.

This role combines technical depth, a keen eye for detail, supply chain experience and client-facing commercial experience. Ensuring designed systems are fit for purpose and meet our clients objectives to deliver measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Development of Solar PV, BESS, renewable heating & EV charger designs

• Ability to produce technically robust EVCP design solutions that meet client specifications and comply with relevant standards, under appropriate supervision.

• Undertake energy modelling to accurately size PV systems to maximise on site consumption.

• Produce system layouts, generation estimates, string configurations, mounting kit designs and equipment selection using third party design software.

• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, DNO requirements, planning constraints, and health and safety guidelines.

• Prepare technical drawings, single-line diagrams, and design documentation for internal teams and external stakeholders.

2. Manage both DNO, pre-construction surveys and planning processes for renewables projects

• End to end management of G98/99/100 applications, incoming supply capacity upgrades, ENA applications and all other DNO interfaces.

• Prepare application documents for certificate of prior notification applications and other planning related activities.

• Oversee the delivery of pre-construction surveys (such as structural assessments) through our supply chain partners.

• Undertake pre-installation surveys at sites in collaboration with our renewables project managers.

• Develop tracking documentation for these processes to ensure full compliance.

3. Oversee documentation processes for Solar PV, BESS and EVCP installations

• Collation of relevant pre-construction information to enable the design and development of renewables projects

• Populating O&M document templates with design and regulatory information

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proficient with PV design tools (e.g. PV*Sol, PVsyst, SolarEdge Design Platform, or similar)

• Capable of the development of electrical SLDs, confident using AutoCAD or equivalent.

• Experience with MCS standards for solar PV and battery storage.

• Good understanding of electrical principles, DNO requirements, and relevant wiring regulations.

• Strong attention to detail, good documentation skills, and the ability to work to deadlines across multiple projects.

• Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies and controls systems.

• Financial and technical modelling skills; able to translate engineering data into clear business cases.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

• Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar roles.

• Ideally have a Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or similar.

· A UK driving license for site visits and willingness to travel as required

Desirable

• Experience with renewable heating technologies and energy efficiency measures

Values & Behaviours

• Passionate about sustainability and the transition to Net Zero.

• Analytical, detail-oriented, and commercially aware.

• Collaborative and proactive, able to balance technical depth with practical delivery.

• Committed to continuous learning and professional development.

Why Join SaveMoneyCutCarbon

At SaveMoneyCutCarbon, we help organisations cut costs and carbon through practical, measurable action. As part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, consultants, and project managers, you’ll see your work turn into real-world impact; from site audits to full project delivery.

We’re a focused, growing and values driven business, constantly evolving to meet the challenges of a changing world. Our values around innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement, will give you the space to develop ideas, test new approaches, and bring fresh thinking to the business.

You’ll work alongside passionate and experienced sustainability and energy professionals as part of an innovating, purpose-led team, driving sustainability through technology, insight and collaboration. At SaveMoneyCutCarbon, you’ll be empowered to make a difference; not just for our clients and the planet, but for your own professional growth and future.