AECOM

1 month ago

Principal Solar/ Electrical Engineer

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Job Summary

Design solar PV systems and lead technical delivery for utility-scale and distributed solar projects across the UK and internationally. You’ll use PV design tools, conduct site surveys, engage clients, support tender submissions, and uphold health, safety and industry standards while working in a hybrid model from multiple UK offices.

Location: Edinburgh

Workplace: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Hardware, Embedded & Systems Engineering

Key Responsibilities

•Design solar PV systems using PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase, and other industry-standard PV design software.
•Support projects by producing design layouts, system specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
•Conduct technical site surveys across the UK.
•Attend client meetings, build strong relationships, and help develop effective technical solutions.
•Support the commercial team in the preparation of technical submissions and tender documentation.

Travel: Low travel

Key Requirements

•Degree or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline; Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards chartership)
•Proven experience in the design, specification, and/or construction of solar PV projects in a consultancy, EPC contractor, or developer environment
•Strong understanding of solar PV systems and electrical infrastructure; ability to prepare high-quality technical reports and client-facing documentation
•Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices for solar PV installations; experience leading project teams and mentoring engineers
•Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites, including remote locations; strong communication and collaboration skills

Experience:Renewable energySolar

Education:Master's

Skills:CommunicationLeadershipProblem-solvingTeamworkClient management

Certifications:Chartered Engineer

Languages:English

Tech Stack:PVSolPVSystPVCaseBS 7671IET Code of Practice

Company Brief

AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure firm providing design, consulting, construction, and management services across transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy sectors, delivering large-scale projects for public- and private-sector clients worldwide.

Industry: Civil Engineering

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Revenue: USD 1B+

Growth: Public Company

Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)

Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed

Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States

Founded: 1990

Glassdoor: 3.6

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AECOM

1 month ago

Principal Solar/ Electrical Engineer

✓ Verified Job

Canonical indexed version, validated from employer's careers page.

Source: Company careers pageValidated by: Fursa AI

Last checked: 2 hours agoStatus: Live

Job Summary

Location: Edinburgh

Workplace: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Hardware, Embedded & Systems Engineering

Key Responsibilities

•Design solar PV systems using PVSol, PVSyst, PVCase, and other industry-standard PV design software.
•Support projects by producing design layouts, system specifications, cost estimates, and technical reports.
•Conduct technical site surveys across the UK.
•Attend client meetings, build strong relationships, and help develop effective technical solutions.
•Support the commercial team in the preparation of technical submissions and tender documentation.

Travel: Low travel

Key Requirements

•Degree or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline; Chartered Engineer status (or actively working towards chartership)
•Proven experience in the design, specification, and/or construction of solar PV projects in a consultancy, EPC contractor, or developer environment
•Strong understanding of solar PV systems and electrical infrastructure; ability to prepare high-quality technical reports and client-facing documentation
•Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices for solar PV installations; experience leading project teams and mentoring engineers
•Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites, including remote locations; strong communication and collaboration skills

Experience:Renewable energySolar

Education:Master's

Skills:CommunicationLeadershipProblem-solvingTeamworkClient management

Certifications:Chartered Engineer

Languages:English

Tech Stack:PVSolPVSystPVCaseBS 7671IET Code of Practice

Company Brief

AECOM

Industry: Civil Engineering

Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)

Revenue: USD 1B+

Growth: Public Company

Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)

Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed

Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States

Founded: 1990

Glassdoor: 3.6

Website LinkedIn Glassdoor