CBW Ltd
Solar PV Design Engineer
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Job Description
Solar PV Design Engineer - Glasgow - Salary circa 30-35K DOE
Support the delivery of solar PV and battery storage installations across housing associations, councils, and registered social landlords (RSLs) in Scotland. Manage the complete design process from initial address allocation and grid connection applications through to post-installation design amendments, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage G98/G99 grid connection applications with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), tracking approvals and maintaining accurate records.
- Produce compliant solar PV and battery storage system designs using EasyPV or equivalent software, including panel layouts, string configuration, inverter selection, and battery placement.
- Review survey information, coordinate with surveyors and installation teams, and resolve design queries to maintain project schedules.
- Update designs to reflect as-built installations and manage design revisions where site conditions require changes.
- Generate Bills of Materials (BOMs), logistics documentation, and installation reports.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and provide progress updates to support programme delivery.
- Ensure designs comply with MCS standards, BS 7671, G98/G99 requirements, and client specifications.
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- Solar PV and battery storage system design.
- Knowledge of G98/G99 grid connection processes.
- Familiarity with MCS standards and BS 7671 Wiring Regulations.
- Experience with EasyPV or similar PV design software.
- Ability to interpret survey data and produce compliant, buildable designs.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Effective communication with surveyors, installers, DNOs, housing associations, and other stakeholders.
- Experience with battery storage systems such as FoxESS, SolaX, EcoFlow PowerOcean, or similar is advantageous.
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