Job description
Position: Senior PV Design Engineer (Utility-Scale Solar)
Location: EU countries, remote (EU-based candidates only)
Work format: Freelance / B2B Contract / On-demand
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Senior PV Design Engineer to join international utility-scale solar projects for a flexible, project-based collaboration.
To support the growing project pipeline of our Partner, we are looking for a Senior PV Design Engineer who can independently contribute to the full design lifecycle of utility-scale solar projects and support technical excellence across multiple project stages in different EU countries, the UK and the MENA region.
Scope of Work:
Develop and optimise PV system designs for ground-mounted utility-scale solar projects
Perform detailed modelling and simulations to support project development
Analyse technical documentation and propose design improvements
Support technical due diligence processes
Contribute to performance optimisation of PV systems
Collaborate with engineering teams on:
- Layout design
- Electrical systems
- Overall system performance
Core Technical Requirements:
PVcase GM
PVsyst
Experience with ground-mounted PV systems
Electrical & Modelling (LV/MV AC systems):
- ETAP or EA-PSM
- Earthing design
- Protection systems
- AutoCAD
Must-Have Experience:
Proven track record in utility-scale solar PV design
Strong technical and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and deliver results remotely
Nice-to-Have (Advantages):
Experience working on international solar projects
Exposure to technical due diligence or lender's engineering
Familiarity with performance optimisation / yield improvement
Broader understanding of grid integration or BESS
Experience collaborating in multinational / distributed teams
If you are an experienced PV Design Engineer looking for a flexible, project-based collaboration in the renewable energy sector, please send your CV to with the subject line "Senior PV Design Engineer", and our Recruitment Consultants will provide you with more detailed information about the role.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.