Job Title: Electrical Field Engineer - Solar O&M (2 Positions)
Location: Cheshire & New Harley, England
Contract: 2-Year Contract (with option to extend up to 5 additional years)

About the Role
We are seeking two experienced Electrical Field Engineers to support the operation and maintenance (O&M) of utility-scale solar PV plants in England. Working as part of a global renewable energy services provider, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of two ground-mounted solar sites.

Project Overview

Site 1: ~8 MWp solar PV plant (approx. 10 ha)

Site 2: ~29 MWp solar PV plant (approx. 35 ha)

Ground-mounted structures with string inverter technology

Key Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on solar PV infrastructure and electrical equipment

Inspect, test, and maintain HV/MV transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, busbars, power cables, and protection systems

Carry out thermographic inspections, testing of protection relays, and electrical switching operations

Maintain inverters, PV modules, mounting structures, and monitoring systems

Conduct inspections of battery systems, rectifiers, surge arresters, capacitor banks, and control systems

Ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently in line with manufacturer specifications and site procedures

Support fault finding, repairs, and system performance checks

Maintain accurate maintenance and inspection records

Comply with all UK health, safety, environmental, and electrical regulations

Requirements

Gold ECS Card (mandatory)

Experience working with solar PV plants or similar electrical infrastructure

Strong knowledge of HV/MV/LV electrical systems and maintenance practices

Ability to perform inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance across electrical equipment

Relevant technical certifications and electrical qualifications

Strong commitment to health, safety, and compliance

What We're Looking For

Hands-on field engineers with strong electrical troubleshooting skills

Experience in renewable energy or utility-scale electrical assets

Ability to work independently on operational sites while maintaining high safety standards

Application Requirements

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Relevant technical certifications

If you're interested in supporting the performance of large-scale solar assets and contributing to the global energy transition, we'd love to hear from you