Job title: Design Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Engineering
Job published: 04-10-2026
Job ID: 43942

Job Description

About the Role
Our client, a solar energy company, is looking for a Design Manager to lead the design and engineering function for Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar PV projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design and engineering for C&I rooftop and ground-mounted solar PV projects.
  • Manage and develop a team of designers and drafters.
  • Oversee technical design from project inception through completion.
  • Ensure designs meet relevant codes, standards and project requirements.
  • Drive process improvements, technical capability and departmental efficiency.
  • Collaborate with project, commercial and other internal teams.
  • Support technical problem-solving, cost optimisation and project performance.

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy or related field.
  • 8+ years of solar PV design/engineering experience, particularly C&I projects.
  • Proven experience in a design/engineering leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical engineering and industry standards.
  • Experience with rooftop and/or ground-mounted solar projects.
  • SEDA GCPV/OGPV or equivalent certification is preferred.
  • Site, testing & commissioning and SCADA experience is an advantage.
  • Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Software
AutoCAD | PVsyst | PVcase | RatedPower | MS Office / Google Workspace