Technical Design Manager – Solar
Our client is a leading renewable energy contractor specialising in commercial solar PV and battery storage solutions for industrial and commercial sites across the UK. As the business continues to scale and take on larger, more complex projects, they are looking to appoint a skilled Technical Design Manager to take ownership of system design, technical compliance and engineering assurance across their commercial portfolio.
The role requires strong experience in system design, technical compliance, and project coordination, ensuring all solutions are safe, efficient, compliant, and commercially viable.
You will be responsible for producing and developing detailed system designs using industry-standard tools such as AutoCAD, PV*SOL, and OpenSolar, while ensuring full compliance with UK regulations, including CDM and health & safety requirements across all project stages.
Technical Design Manager – Position Remuneration
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 DOE
Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00
Holiday: 20 days + 8 bank holidays
Free parking
Pension scheme
Access to company-wide benefits packageTechnical Design Manager – Position Overview
Lead the design and engineering of commercial and industrial solar PV and battery storage systems from concept through to delivery
Produce detailed technical designs using AutoCAD, PV*SOL and OpenSolar, ensuring solutions are cost-effective, compliant and buildable
Take ownership of technical compliance, ensuring all designs meet UK electrical standards, building regulations, grid connection requirements and relevant industry guidance
Act as technical authority for design assurance, approvals and best practice across all projects
Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, including design risk assessments and hazard identification
Work closely with Principal Designers and project teams to eliminate or reduce risk during the design stage and promote safe-by-design principles
Support project delivery by providing technical input across tendering, pre-construction, installation and commissioning stages
Review contractor designs, drawings and technical submissions, ensuring accuracy and buildability
Attend site visits, surveys and technical meetings as required
Act as a key technical interface with clients, DNOs, consultants and internal teams
Provide clear, practical technical solutions and support business development through expert inputTechnical Design Manager – Position Requirements
Proven experience in the design of commercial solar PV and battery storage systems
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, PV*SOL and OpenSolar
Solid understanding of electrical design principles and grid connection processes
Strong knowledge of UK technical compliance standards and regulations
Good understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and construction health & safety requirements
Experience producing detailed technical drawings, calculations and design documentationDesirable Experience
Background within a commercial EPC, renewable energy contractor or consultancy environment
Knowledge of battery storage system integration and control systems
Familiarity with DNO applications and G99 connection processesPersonal Attributes
Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
High attention to detail and design accuracy
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communication skills, both technical and non-technical
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