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Solar PV Designer

  • Recruiter: Morson Talent
  • Job posted: 22/07/25
  • Reference: 2982502058
  • Type: Permanent
  • Salary: Competitive
  • Job location: Bolton, Lancashire
  • Morson is currently working with a client withn the renewable industry who is seeking a Solar PV Designer.

    About the Company
    This rapidly growing energy company began by disrupting the boiler market and is now scaling fast in the renewable sector. With a strong focus on solar panels, battery storage, heat pumps, and EV chargers, the team is building a smarter, greener energy brand that homeowners can trust.

    More than just an installer, the company has developed its own technology, systems, and in-house teams to remove the stress from home energy upgrades. As it enters the next stage of growth, the team is seeking a talented Solar PV Designer to help drive forward its expanding solar division.
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    The Role
    A full-time Solar PV Designer position is available, based at the company's Bolton headquarters, with hybrid working options. This role will lead the technical design of residential solar projects, ensuring that systems are compliant, cost-effective, and ready for installation.

    Working closely with Sales, Operations, and Engineering teams, the designer will be responsible for creating accurate system layouts, performance estimates, and documentation. Their input will directly impact project quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

    Key Responsibilities

    Designing domestic solar PV and battery storage systems using OpenSolar or similar platforms

    Creating layout drawings, performance simulations, and full technical packs

    Supporting the sales team with feasibility checks and precise system sizing

    Ensuring compliance with MCS standards, DNO regulations, and G98/G99 requirements

    Preparing and submitting DNO applications and final documentation

    Collaborating with installation teams to ensure designs are practical and efficient

    Reviewing customer photos, site details, and surveys to identify and flag potential issues early

    Improving internal design workflows, tools, and templates as the business scales

    Ideal Candidate Profile

    Proven experience designing solar PV systems for UK residential properties

    Familiarity with software such as OpenSolar, PV Sol, or similar design tools

    Strong understanding of UK regulatory standards, including MCS and DNO procedures

    Comfortable reading and producing technical schematics and documentation

    Detail-oriented with a logical, problem-solving approach

    Strong communicator, capable of working effectively across multiple departments

    Additional experience with battery storage or heat pump integration is a plus

    What's Offered

    Competitive salary between £30,000 and £40,000, depending on experience

    Performance-based bonuses tied to successful project delivery

    28 days of paid holiday including bank holidays

    Company laptop and all required software tools provided

    Access to on-site parking and modern office facilities

    Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities

    Regular team lunches, office incentives, and a supportive working environment

    Why This Role?
    This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of residential solar within a fast-moving, mission-driven company. The successful candidate will have a direct say in how systems are designed, what tools are used, and how the operation grows.

    As the company aims to become a leading name in home energy, it is seeking individuals who are excited to help make that vision a reality.

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