Battery Storage Field Engineer - relocation to Hungary

Sowelo Consulting; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Field Engineer to maintain and develop large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The ideal candidate will possess an electrical engineering background and hands-on experience in maintenance. This role offers a permanent contract with an attractive salary, company vehicle, and continued professional growth in an international team. Apply now with your CV.

Benefits

Attractive salary and bonus package

Company vehicle and fuel card

Full training provided

Team-building activities

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in electrical work or multi-skilled maintenance.
• Certification to work safely on-site (safety training or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on energy storage systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues on-site.
• Monitor system performance and analyze operational data.

Skills

Electrical work experience

Multi-skilled maintenance

Basic IT/computer skills

Education

Educational background in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering

Vocational qualification (electrician or high-voltage equipment fitter)

Job description

Are you a hands-on electrical engineer passionate about renewable energy?
Do you want to play a key role in maintaining and developing large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)?

If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you!

Our client is an industry leader in building and operating utility-scale energy storage projects, and they are looking for Field Engineers to join their growing team.

What your responsibilities will include:

• Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, warranty repairs, and annual performance tests on energy storage systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment issues on-site at BESS locations.
• Monitor system performance and analyze operational data.
• Update system software and firmware as required.
• Provide remote technical support to customers by phone or online.
• Manage spare parts and inventory.
• Ensure strict compliance with workplace safety regulations and company standards.
• Carry out safety risk assessments and implement preventive measures.
• Complete daily administrative tasks such as timesheets, vehicle checks, and service reports.
• Collaborate with the engineering team on product development and projects.
• Share field insights to improve future system design and performance.

To be a great fit for the Battery Storage Field Engineer role, you will have:

• Educational background in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering (or related discipline).
• Recognized vocational qualification (e.g., electrician or high-voltage equipment fitter).
• Hands-on experience in electrical work or multi-skilled maintenance.
• Basic IT/computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, troubleshooting software).
• Certification to work safely on-site (safety training or equivalent).

Preferred qualifications (not essential):

• Experience working with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Knowledge of HV/LV power electronics (inverters, converters, transformers).
• Training in HVAC and/or F-Gas certification.
• Understanding of IT/networking concepts (command-line tools, remote desktop, subnets, VLANs, MODBUS/TCP).
• Authorization to work with high-voltage (HV) systems.
• Certification for handling Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases (F-gas) or ozone-depleting substances.
• Registered electrical engineer with the Hungarian Chamber of Engineers (for candidates with qualifications in Hungary).
• Energy Sector Professional Qualification.

Keys to success:

• Safety-first mindset
• Practical problem solver
• Customer focus
• Dependable and punctual
• Flexible & mobile
• Team player with a proactive field-to-engineering feedback loop

Why join?

• Permanent employment contract.
• Attractive salary and bonus package based on your skills and experience.
• Full training provided.
• Company vehicle (business use), fuel card, mobile phone or SIM, and laptop.
• Team-building activities and regular opportunities for professional growth.
• Be part of an international team of experts shaping the future of energy storage.

Sounds interesting? Apply now and send us your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.