EVC Electrical Engineer - Renewables

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Our clients is a national multi-service provider delivering electrical, drainage, pumping and lighting solutions across the UK. The Group is rapidly expanding and includes a dedicated Renewables Team delivering end-to-end low-carbon solutions for commercial, industrial and public sector clients.

Field-based with nationwide travel to client sites across the UK.

Ideal location: Stevenage, Milton Keynes, Luton, Kent, Essex, to name a few

Working hours: 07:00am 16:00pm Monday to Friday, with flexibility required to support project delivery, maintenance call-outs and operational requirements. Call-out rota: 3 weeks per year.

The role of an EVC Electrical Engineer

To carry out the installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance and fault-finding of EV charging infrastructure across commercial, industrial and public sector environments throughout the UK. The role is primarily installation-focused but also includes planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive fault response, replacement component works and lifecycle upgrades across existing EV charging infrastructure. The EVC Electrical Engineer will support the delivery of high-quality renewable energy projects while maintaining strong compliance with electrical, health & safety and operational standards.

Main duties

• Carry out installation and commissioning of commercial EV charging infrastructure across the UK.
• Install containment, cabling, distribution equipment and associated electrical infrastructure for EV charging systems.
• Conduct testing, inspection and commissioning works in line with BS7671 and industry standards.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing and replacement works across operational EV charging assets.
• Diagnose electrical faults and undertake reactive repair works on EV charging infrastructure.
• Replace defective components and charging equipment as part of lifecycle maintenance programmes.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team environment including project managers, estimators, electrical engineers and administrative support staff.
• Complete site documentation including RAMS, test certificates, commissioning records and handover documentation.
• Ensure all works are completed safely, efficiently and to required quality standards.
• Support site surveys, technical assessments and installation planning activities where required.
• Maintain strong client communication and professional representation on site.
• Assist with commissioning and operational support of renewable energy infrastructure where required.

Essentials

• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer or EV Charging Engineer within commercial or industrial environments.
• Strong installation background within EV charging infrastructure projects.
• Experience carrying out maintenance, fault finding and replacement works across EV charging systems.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial electrical installations and testing procedures.
• Experience working with leading EV charger manufacturers including Alpitronic, Kempower, Autel and ChargePoint systems.
• Proven experience working within a multi-disciplinary operational delivery environment.
• Strong understanding of electrical compliance, commissioning and safe isolation procedures.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence essential.
• ECS Gold Card essential.
• SSSTS qualification essential.
• City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification essential.
• EV Charging qualification essential.

Technical requirements

Strong knowledge of EV charging infrastructure installation and operational delivery processes.

Experience installing DC rapid charging and AC charging systems across commercial environments.

Strong working knowledge of Alpitronic, Kempower, Autel and ChargePoint charging equipment.Understanding of EV charger commissioning procedures and software configuration processes.

Experience with maintenance diagnostics, replacement parts and lifecycle upgrades.

Competent in electrical testing, inspection and certification processes.

Understanding of UK electrical regulations, BS7671 requirements and safe systems of work.

Familiarity with RAMS, permits, commissioning records and handover documentation.

Ability to work independently across multiple live environments and operational sites.

Understanding of commercial electrical infrastructure including distribution systems, containment and cable installations.

Basic understanding of Solar PV, BESS or wider renewable technologies desirable.

Competent in Microsoft 365, including Outlook and mobile reporting systems.

Training & Certifications

ECS Gold Card essential.
SSSTS qualification essential.
City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing qualification essential.
EV Charging qualification essential.
Level 3 Electrical qualification essential.
18th Edition Wiring Regulations essential.
IPAF desirable.
PASMA desirable.
Manufacturer-specific EV charging training desirable.
Full UK driving licence required.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Commissioning
Maintenance & Fault Response
Health, Safety & Compliance
Operational Coordination

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Overtime, Company van, Uniform, Stay away bonus, 28 days, including bank holidays