Position: Solar PV EngineerLocation: Greater ManchesterSalary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE) We currently have an opportunity available with our client, a well-established solar PV contractor who specialises in the surveying, installation and O&M of commercial solar PV systems anywhere in size from 50kW to 1mW. This opportunity will initially be focused on the technical surveying and pre-construction section of commercial solar PV projects and will evolve to include complex installation technical support and O&M activities.
Solar PV Engineer Job OverviewWorking hybrid from the company's office in Greater Manchester, from home, and out on sites across the UK (little to no staying away involved)Completing site surveys, technical feasibility assessments and working closely with the design and pre-construction teamsAssessing on-site LV equipment including distribution systems, switchgear and incoming electrical suppliesCompleting routine O&M, fault-finding and remedial repair works on solar PV and battery storage systemsProviding electrical and technical support to project delivery teams, including reviewing electrical certification documents, completing site audits and providing on-site technical support
Solar PV Engineer Job RequirementsFully qualified Electrician, holding NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, 18th Edition and 2391 Inspection and TestingIdeally holding an MCS-recognised Solar PV qualification such as City & Guilds/EAL Level 3 Award in the Installation of Small-Scale Solar Photovoltaic SystemsConfident in completing electrical site surveys including surveying existing electrical infrastructure, identifying suitable connection points, cable routing, containment and inverter locationsExperienced in hands on solar PV installations on a commercial scale, with any battery storage system experience being highly desirableFull UK driving licence, based within a commutable distance of Leigh, Greater Manchester and happy to travel where necessary
Solar PV Engineer Salary & BenefitsBasic salary £45,000 - £55,000, depending on experienceCompany vehicle - EV option, with personal use availableFree EV charging on-site, with home charging reimbursed28 days holiday, plus bank holidaysCompany profit share schemeCompany pension schemeHealthcare cash plan after probation
