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Planning Engineer - Photovoltaics

  • Hamburg
  • Permanent
  • Aug 28, 2026

Planning Engineer - Solar Energy/Photovoltaics
Hamburg, Germany
€55,000 - €75,000 + €5,000-€6,000 Bonus + 30 Days Holiday + Training + Long-Term Progression

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a growing company within the renewable energy industry?
Do you have an Electrical Engineering background and experience with AutoCAD?

I am currently representing a growing European solar energy company that develops, plans, builds, and operates large-scale photovoltaic (PV) systems across Germany and Europe. They are continuing to expand and are looking for a Planning Engineer to join their team and support the development of ground-mounted solar projects.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning PV projects from the preplanning stages through to commissioning. You will produce detailed CAD drawings, create material lists, work with suppliers, and ensure projects meet all relevant certification and conformity requirements.

The successful candidate will ideally be a Junior Electrical Engineer with 1-3 years of experience, alongside AutoCAD knowledge. Previous solar experience would be beneficial, but the company is happy to train someone with a strong electrical background and the right attitude.

You will be joining a steadily growing business, working alongside experienced engineers with plenty of opportunity to develop your technical skills and take on more responsibility.

The Role:

  • Planning ground-mounted PV projects from preplanning to commissioning
  • Creating detailed designs and drawings using AutoCAD
  • Producing material lists and working with suppliers
  • Designing Low Voltage and Medium Voltage systems
  • Scaling cable and component designs
  • Supporting certification and declarations of conformity

The Candidate:

  • Electrical Engineering background
  • 1-3 years' professional experience ideally
  • AutoCAD experience
  • German speaking, as all documentation and work is conducted in German

Reference Number: BBBH278946

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Harrison Jackson at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment GmbH acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Reference Number: BBBH278946_1787912233
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€55,000 - €75,000 per annum + Annual Bonus + 30 Days Holiday

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Permanent

Job Type

Engineering

Discipline

BBBH278946_1787912233

Reference Number

28 Aug 2026

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