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Solar PV Design & Proposal Specialist

VirtuHire

# Solar PV Design & Proposal Specialist

> VirtuHire · South Africa (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-11-05

**Workplace:** remote

## Description

  • **Location:** South Africa (Fully Remote)
  • **Employment Type:** Full-Time, Permanent
  • **Working Hours:** UK Business Hours
  • **Start Date:** ASAP
  • **Industry:** Renewable Energy | Solar PV | Battery Storage | EV Charging

## About the Opportunity

We are recruiting an experienced **Solar PV Design & Proposal Specialist** to join a growing UK-based renewable energy business specialising in solar PV installations, battery storage systems and electric vehicle charging solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly organised, technically skilled and proactive individual with extensive experience using **OpenSolar** to produce accurate, professional and commercially competitive solar PV proposals.

The business is experiencing significant growth and requires someone who can manage a high volume of customer enquiries, deliver quality proposals efficiently and contribute to the continued development of its design and customer operations.

## Requirements

## Key Responsibilities

**Solar PV Design & Proposal Development**

  • Design residential and commercial solar PV systems using OpenSolar.
  • Produce approximately **7–8 high-quality solar PV proposals per day** within a 7.5-hour working shift.
  • Prepare detailed system layouts, equipment specifications, energy generation estimates and customer proposals.
  • Ensure designs are technically accurate, commercially viable and aligned with customer requirements.
  • Manage a high volume of incoming enquiries while maintaining quality and turnaround times.
  • Review site information, energy consumption data and customer requirements to develop suitable solar solutions.
  • Recommend appropriate solar PV, battery storage and related renewable energy solutions.

**Customer & Stakeholder Communication**

  • Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders regarding designs, proposals and project requirements.
  • Clarify technical specifications and gather additional information where required.
  • Respond proactively to customer enquiries and proposal amendments.
  • Work closely with sales, installation and operations teams to ensure proposals are accurate and deliverable.
  • Provide clear explanations of proposed systems and their benefits.

**Workflow & Operational Support**

  • Manage multiple proposals simultaneously while meeting daily productivity targets.
  • Prioritise urgent enquiries and maintain an organised proposal pipeline.
  • Identify opportunities to improve design efficiency, proposal quality and turnaround times.
  • Take ownership of assigned projects and work independently in a remote environment.
  • Support wider customer service and operational activities as the role develops.

## Essential Requirements

  • **4–5 years of hands-on experience using OpenSolar**, with strong proficiency in solar PV system design and proposal generation.
  • Proven ability to produce approximately **7–8 complete, high-quality proposals per working day**.
  • Strong understanding of solar PV system design, equipment selection, system sizing and energy generation calculations.
  • Previous experience preparing customer-facing solar proposals, quotations and technical documentation.
  • Experience managing high volumes of proposals within tight deadlines.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to technical accuracy.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Confidence communicating directly with customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently, manage priorities and take initiative.
  • Comfortable working UK business hours from South Africa.
  • Reliable internet connectivity and a suitable remote working environment.

**Please note:** Practical OpenSolar experience is essential. Candidates with experience limited to PVsyst, AutoCAD or other design software, without substantial OpenSolar proposal experience, will not meet the core requirements.

## Advantageous Experience

  • Previous experience working with UK solar PV installers or renewable energy companies.
  • Knowledge of UK solar PV regulations, installation standards and industry requirements.
  • Familiarity with **MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme)** standards.
  • Understanding of **DNO (Distribution Network Operator)** requirements and grid connection processes.
  • Experience designing battery storage and EV charging solutions.
  • Experience supporting solar sales teams and handling customer enquiries.
  • Exposure to renewable energy project coordination or operational support.

## Key Performance Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to

  • Consistently deliver approximately 8 accurate and professional proposals per 7.5-hour shift.
  • Maintain high standards of design quality and customer service.
  • Demonstrate strong productivity without compromising technical accuracy.
  • Manage competing priorities and meet agreed turnaround times.
  • Work proactively with minimal supervision.
  • Contribute to clearing an existing proposal backlog and improving ongoing workflow efficiency.

## Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for a motivated, solutions-oriented professional who combines **strong technical OpenSolar expertise with excellent productivity and customer communication skills**.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of their workload and delivering results consistently.

A positive attitude, initiative, adaptability and willingness to support broader business operations will be essential for long-term success.

## Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete

  • An initial recruitment screening interview.
  • A short, timed OpenSolar design and proposal assessment.
  • A professional video introduction.
  • A client interview, including a practical proposal exercise.

## Apply

[Apply at VirtuHire](https://apply.workable.com/virtuhire/j/12C0FDF871/apply)

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