Role facts
Lead Design — Renewable Energy Unit
Lead the design function for renewable energy projects, with a primary focus on photovoltaic plants. Coordinate the design process and the specialists involved, and review deliverables against project requirements from preliminary studies through to design handover.
- Unit
- Renewable Energy Unit
- Focus
- Photovoltaic plants
- Location
- Contract type
- Deadline
- 24 April 2026 — closed
Responsibilities
What you will do
Lead and coordinate the design process for renewable energy projects, particularly photovoltaic plants. Guide a multidisciplinary design team and coordinate civil, structural, electrical and mechanical contributions.
Review work prepared by external consultants for technical quality, compliance and constructability. Coordinate the environmental, geotechnical, hydrological, seismic and topographical studies required for design development.
Oversee conceptual, preliminary and detailed design documentation, technical reports and documentation for permitting. Maintain clear design controls, document versions and review procedures.
Work with supervision and operations teams to support the transition between design, construction and asset operation. Represent the design team in technical discussions with clients, contractors and authorities, and oversee bills of quantities and technical specifications.
Requirements
What you will bring
A master’s degree in Civil or Electrical Engineering and eight to ten years of relevant engineering design and coordination experience. Experience in renewable energy is preferred.
You should be comfortable coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing design and permitting requirements, and reviewing the work of specialist consultants. The role requires knowledge of relevant technical standards and an understanding of the project lifecycle, from feasibility to implementation.
Clear communication, strong analytical skills and attention to detail are important, alongside the ability to manage technical discussions with project stakeholders. The role also calls for proficiency in relevant design software and written and spoken English.
Application and privacy
Applications for this role are closed
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