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Sylvania Lighting has more than 100 years of heritage in the lighting business and our work is guided by the aim of Creating Tomorrow Together.
It is our Mission to bring technology and creative innovation together through our products, services, and people to improve sustainability, enhance energy efficiency, increase connectivity and promote wellbeing.
It's our People who make Sylvania successful. We will only achieve our strategic objectives if we recruit and retain the best people, and operate in an environment underpinned by inclusivity, diversity and opportunity.
We offer friendly and flexible working opportunities that reflect the changing expectations of employees and enable you to manage personal and professional commitments as part of a healthy work-life balance.
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Job Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Solar PV Designer to join our fast-growing team. This is a hands-on role where you will be responsible for the design and optimisation of commercial and industrial solar PV systems, including battery storage integration. You will work closely with project managers, installation teams, and clients to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality, compliant, and efficient solar energy solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design solar PV systems tailored to the specific site and client requirements, using software such as Open Solar, PVSol SolarEdge
- Calculate energy production estimates based on site conditions and system specifications
- Select appropriate solar panels, inverters, mounting systems, and other components
- Review and approve our business development team’s designs, schematics, and layouts, ensuring compliance with project requirements, standards, and regulations
- Ensure compatibility and efficiency of all system components
- Conduct site feasibility studies and shading analysis
- Ensure compliance with UK regulations, including G99/G100 and MCS standards.
- Design electrical systems for solar PV installations
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes and standards
- Ensure all designs comply with local regulations and standards
- Estimate project costs and prepare budgets
- Maintain accurate project documentation and records
- Support continual improvement in design standards and processes
- Travel to sites if required for surveys and technical support
Person specification and background
Essential:
- Strong technical knowledge of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to include design principles, components, and grid integration
- Substantial experience in solar PV system design and engineering
- C&G 2382 18th Edition
- C&G Electrotechnical Level 3 and above
- Ability to read architects’ drawings and overlay products for installation.
- Strong Experience of Excel, Word and Outlook
- Strong understanding of mechanical, architectural, or electrical drafting
- HV/LV connection knowledge
- Familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulation
Desirable:
- Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD)
- C&G 2396 Design & Verification of Electrical Installations
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person