Solar PV Designer

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.