At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting for solar PV systems across the South West.
- Company: Join a leading renewable energy business committed to sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work in a green industry.
- Other info: Dynamic field role with opportunities to lead and innovate.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in renewable energy while developing your technical skills.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in solar PV O&M with strong electrical expertise required.
The predicted salary is between 33075 - 40425 £ per year.
We’re working with an established renewable energy business looking to add two experienced Field Service Engineers to its growing Solar O&M team across the South West.
Territories: This is a hands-on field role working across a portfolio of utility-scale, predominantly ground-mounted solar PV sites, carrying out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding, testing and optimisation.
What you’ll be doing:
- Planned and preventative maintenance across solar PV assets
- Electrical testing, inspection and fault diagnosis
- Reactive and corrective maintenance
- Troubleshooting underperforming systems and equipment
- Working with central and string inverter technology
- LV/HV maintenance and G59/G99 related activities
- Testing and monitoring earthing systems and protection relays
- Coordinating and supervising third-party contractors on site
- Maintaining accurate testing, maintenance and CMMS records
- Ensuring all works are completed safely and in line with site procedures and industry standards
What we’re looking for:
Ideally, you’ll have 3+ years' experience within utility-scale Solar PV O&M and a strong electrical background. Experience across the following would be particularly relevant:
- Network diagnostics and remote communications
- Central and string inverters
- Electrical testing and inspection
- Earthing systems and protection relays
Relevant electrical qualifications are required, ideally including 18th Edition (BS7671) and 2391 Test & Inspection, alongside Solar PV installation/maintenance qualifications or equivalent. AP15/OP40 certification would also be highly desirable.
Field Services Engineer in Exeter employer: Net Zero People
Join a leading force in the UK renewable energy sector, where your expertise as a Transmission Connections & Project Delivery Manager/Director will shape the future of sustainable infrastructure. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises innovation and professional growth, offering you the chance to lead impactful projects while developing your leadership skills. With a commitment to employee well-being and a focus on meaningful contributions to the energy landscape, this role provides a unique opportunity to make a difference in a dynamic and supportive environment.
