Engineer - Solar

Are you an engineer with Solar Installation sector experience - ideally consumer?

Are you looking for a hybrid-working role with a global player within the residential solar power marketplace?

If so, our client is keen to hear from you…

The Company:

Our stands as a leading technology brand in the global residential energy sector. They deliver innovative smart residential energy system that seamlessly integrate photovoltaic power, energy storage, EV charger, and energy management.

With over a decade of expertise, they drive innovation through proprietary full-stack power plant technology. This empowers them to offer a comprehensive solution-spanning solar generation, intelligent storage, efficient charging, and energy management-enabling families worldwide to embrace a sustainable, smart energy

The Role:

• Identify common customer concerns (cost, performance guarantees, aftersales) and build response strategies.
• Develop sales toolkits (scripts, comparison sheets, demo videos) tailored to regions/customer profiles.
• Work with product teams to refine system designs based on client feedback.
• Train installer sales teams and update talk tracks based on field insights.
• Diagnose installer pain points (e.g., site survey errors, delayed quotes) and propose solutions to accelerate deals.

Required Skills

• 2+ years in residential solar PV system technical/pre-sales/installation management, with full-process familiarity (design, component selection, installation, grid connection, maintenance).

Preferred: Experience with top-tier solar installers or involvement in SOP development.

• Deep understanding of homeowner pain points (e.g., system efficiency, ROI period, roof compatibility, policy incentives).
• Proficient in core residential PV components (inverters, mounting systems, storage) and selection criteria.
• Knowledge of local regulations (grid connection, subsidies) and safety standards (electrical/structural).
• Ability to translate technical jargon into customer-friendly language and create standardized materials (FAQs, scripts, case studies).
• Experience developing training content and coaching sales teams.
• Bachelor's degree (Energy, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering preferred).

Our client is offering a basic salary of £60,000 - £65,000 but this could be negotiable depending on experience, plus a car allowance and company benefits.

The role will be working on a hybrid basis, working 2 days per week from either Milton Keynes or Cambridge, with the expectation to attend client meetings.

We are keen to consider candidates living within 1- 1.5 hours of Milton Keynes or Cambridge.

If you have the engineering experience within the solar sector our client is looking for, apply now or contact Dominic Quirke at Advancing People directly, in complete confidence.

Advancing People - The Recruitment Specialist

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