Electrical Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Description

British Solar Renewables creates smart energy systems for a net zero carbon future. British Solar Renewables develops (BSR Energy), builds (BSR EPC), and maintains (BSR O&M) utility-scale solar, wind and storage projects in the UK and internationally. Having developed and built in excess of 700MWp BSR are a major contributor to the UK Renewable Energy Sector.

What we offer

We’re building a community of passionate individuals committed to shaping the future; providing the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sector. Offering a culture where collaboration and inclusivity thrive alongside opportunities for professional growth and development. Join a team making a real difference.

What you will be doing in this role

We are looking for a talented Electrical Design Engineer to undertake detailed technical design of LV & MV systems in Solar PV plants and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) developed, constructed, and operated within the BSR group.

As a member of the Design and Engineering team, the Electrical Design Engineer will be involved in project electrical design scope from concept to construction as well as supporting the maintenance and operation of existing assets.

BSR group is an IET Enterprise Partner and provides additional support for a structured development programme leading to chartered engineer status for suitable candidates.

What we need from you

• Electrical design of solar PV and BESS projects from conceptual configuration of plants and layouts to detailed SLD, wiring diagrams, calculations, and specs, including construction engineering support and final acceptance.
• Electrical systems specification, design, documentation and review in accordance with relevant ISO / IEC / BS standards, including IET PV CoP, BS7671 18th Edition etc;
• Electrical protection scheme design and review;
• Earthing system design and review;
• Appointing consultants and assessing grid compliance and earthing reports;
• Load flow estimations, short-circuit study, and sizing of main electrical equipment (transformers, inverters, switchboard, UPS etc..)
• LV&MV Cable sizing and optimisation calculations according to installation conditions; issuing of LV and DC cable schedules for procurement and/or installation requirements;
• LPS design and review;
• Authorising, reviewing and amending LV SLDs and schematics;
• Electrical equipment offers review, and selection (including UPS, cable, meter, CT, switchgear, filter, transformer, inverter etc);
• Liaison with electrical equipment manufacturers, technical advisors and consultants;
• BESS – supplier proposal reviews: inverter and cell technology, sizing and optimisation calculations;
• Search, specifies electrical hardware and equipment necessary for project construction e.g. cable, lugs, joints, glands, enclosures, panels, MCBs, CBs, fuses etc. and issues schedules for procurement
• Issuing of commissioning and operational instructions documentation eg. shutdown procedures; briefing notes for owners and technical advisors;
• Interpretation of relevant ISO / IEC / BS standards and documentation of applicability to EPC designs eg. Transformer Oil bunding requirements, E-Stop designs etc;
• Engineering calculations and operational data analysis eg. plant performance, performance ratio analysis, operational losses etc.;
• Responds to EPC, O&M, technical Based on necessary calculations and advisor, funder, client, or asset owner technical enquiries. These enquiries may require several actions including documentation review, design optimisation, performance assessment, site survey and technical support
• Site survey, construction inspection and As-Built document checks;

Skills Required

• Professional experience in electrical design at commercial or utility scale;
• Experience in professional Solar PV system design and/or battery energy storage is desirable.
• Demonstrable knowledge of inverter specification, array sizing, yield optimisation, module selection and component assessments;
• Proficient in electrical systems design, including electrical power circuits, SCADA, communications systems and other equipment;
• Understanding of P28, G59/G99 and similar ENA recommendations and design/implementation of solutions to meet these requirements;
• Familiarity with Amtech, Cableizer or similar electrical design packages to assist with cable sizing and/or protection, discrimination and optimisation;
• Experienced user of the following software:
  • AutoCAD
  • PYSyst
  • MSOffice (particularly Excel for data analytics), Outlook, SharePoint
• A valid driver’s licence is required to enable the applicant to drive in the UK.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in STEM subject; ideally Electrical Engineering, or
• Equivalent professional experience and/or certifications
• Membership of professional body looked upon favourably

What you will get from BSR

• Monthly social events, such as team lunches, breakfasts, volunteering and a Christmas and Summer party.
• Our Hybrid Working Policy allows you to work from home up to three days a week.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies.
• An annual bonus scheme which rewards you for all of your hard work.
• A referral scheme for when you refer someone to work at BSR.
• Supporting you beyond work with our Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.
• BSR will fund one professional membership per annum.
• 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days.
• Long Service Recognition Scheme
• Private Health insurance after completion of 3-month probation period.
• Life insurance
• Pension

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women are less likely to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the role requirements. At BSR, we are committed to equal opportunities in employment, if you are interested in one our positions, we encourage you to apply. Our hiring decisions are not just about roles; they are about the right people shaping the future. If you need reasonable adjustments for the interview process, contact us at [email protected]

We encourage candidates to apply promptly, as the advertisement may close if we receive a high volume of applications.