BESS Field Service Engineer - Dundee

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Climate17 is seeking a BESS Field Service Engineer to carry out maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning tasks on energy storage units. This role demands strong electrical knowledge, safety compliance, and the ability to work across various locations. Ideal candidates will possess an ECS Gold Card and relevant electrical qualifications, supporting the growth of renewable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Requires ECS Gold Card and qualification in an electrical discipline.
• Experience in electrical or multi-skilled maintenance is essential.
• Preferred experience with BESS and HV/LV power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform inspections on Energy Storage Systems.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide remote diagnostics.
• Handle spare parts management and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Basic IT skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Education

Qualification in an electrical/electro-mechanical discipline

C&G2391-5 Test & Inspect or equivalent

ECS Gold Card

Job description

Role

Climate17 are working alongside well-established, UK-based, asset management firm who specialise in the entire project lifecycle, from origination through to operations of renewable energy and power gen assets.

The BESS Field Service Engineer will perform planned and preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and warranty repairs along with commissioning activities on energy storage units at various BESS sites.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Energy Storage Systems to a high standard by carrying out regular inspection and maintenance, annual capacity tests, trouble shooting and reactive maintenance works
• Perform system software and firmware upgrades
• Monitor operation performance monitoring and data assessment
• Provide phone support and remote diagnostics to customers
• Troubleshoot equipment located at BESS sites
• Manage spare parts
• Responsible for safety work complying with local safety regulations and safety standards
• Conduct risk assessment and implement safety measures
• Keep up to date with any administrative duties such as timesheets, daily vehicle checks and providing daily job logs describing issues and actions taken during service trips
• Assist the in-house system engineering group in product development and/or project work
• Provide suggestions based on field experience, to improve the products

Requirements:

• Qualification in an electrical/ electro-mechanical discipline
• ECS Gold Card - Essential
• Previous electrical or multi skilled maintenance experience
• Basic IT skills (Word Processing, Outlook, Excel, IP and software for troubleshooting)
• Qualification of working on Site safely
• This role involves travelling to different sites. Overnight stay or international travel may be required
• Working experience with BESS - preferred
• Working knowledge of HV/LV power electronics including inverters / converters / Transformers - preferred
• Previous HVAC training and F-Gas qualification - preferred
• Strong understanding of IT related subjects, CMD, remote desktop connections, networking (subnet, VLANs, static IP/DHCP), MODBUS/TCP protocols - preferred
• C&G2391-5 Test & Inspect or equivalent - preferred
• Familiar with BS7671 - preferred
• HV authorised person - preferred

Location: Dundee region, Scotland



About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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