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Principal Solar/ Electrical Engineer
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Principal Solar/ Electrical Engineer
Principal Solar Electrical Engineer – Energy Team
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Job Title: Principal Solar Electrical Engineer
Location
- Based in any of our offices across Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, London, or Perth
- Hybrid working model
Role Overview
Join our growing Energy team for a dynamic opportunity to work on a diverse range of solar projects. From utility-scale to distributed generation, your designs will maximise efficiency to help clients meet their clean energy goals.
As a Principal Solar Electrical Engineer, you will:
- Lead project teams to deliver feasibility, design, and technical advisory services.
- Work on UK Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
- Collaborate on projects incorporating floating, ground-mounted, rooftop, and carport renewable energy systems, including those paired with battery energy storage systems.
Key Responsibilities
- System Design & Analysis
- Design solar PV systems using industry-standard software such as PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase.
- Prepare design layouts, system specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
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Site Survey & Delivery
- Conduct technical site surveys across the UK.
- Collaborate on client-facing deliverables, including presentations and technical submissions, alongside commercial teams.
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Technical Leadership
- Lead project teams and mentor junior engineers.
- Uphold ethical and safety best practices across all project stages.
- Ensure compliance with BS 7671 Wiring Regulations and the IET Code of Practice for Solar PV Installations.
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Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Represent AECOM in client meetings, developing strong professional relationships.
- Advise on technical solutions to meet project objectives.
Requirements
Education & Qualification
- Degree or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards it) through a relevant professional institution.
Technical & Professional Standards
- Proven experience in design, specification, and/or construction of solar PV projects in a consultancy, EPC contractor, or developer environment.
- Expert knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical infrastructure, and project economics.
- Skilled in composing high-quality technical reports, specifications, and client documentation.
- Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices for solar PV installations.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring professionals.
Role-Specific Criteria
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (including remote/solar sites).
- Proven customer-centric relationship management ability.
- Strong attention to detail and proactive approach to project delivery.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Why Join AECOM?
Impact & Growth
- Work alongside AI-driven disruption and innovative projects transforming renewable energy.
- Be supported by experts and cutting-edge tools, growing within a reputable consultancy.
- Join a purpose-driven community that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability.
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Career Benefits
- Hybrid work flexibility to manage projects from our offices, remote sites, and client locations.
- A workplace that encourages whole-self participation, leveraging unique talents for transformational outcomes.
- A comprehensive portfolio of compensation, benefits, and well-being programs for employee and family needs.
Corporate Values
- AES opposed as a disability-confident employer, offering the Disability Confident Interview Scheme for qualifying applicants.
- Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and fairness.
Additional Information
- Diversity & Inclusion: AECOM celebrates diversity, including neurodiversity. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities can be arranged by contacting ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
- Ethics & Security: All new hires are required to complete Day One onboarding at an AECOM office as part of employment conditions.
- ESG Commitment: AECOM prioritises environmental, social, and governance priorities, integrating sustainability into every project.
- Career Location Model: Hybrid work supports a dynamic and flexible work environment.
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ReqID: J10152200 Business Groups: Energy, Europe & India
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