Electrical Engineer

Solar Careers UK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Solar Careers UK is committed to recruiting and training professionals for the solar and battery storage industry. This full-time role focuses on electrical engineering, where you'll design and maintain systems that support innovative solar technology, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical design.
• Familiarity with solar energy systems or similar technology.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for solar projects.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Description

With the UK government’s ambitious goal of delivering 60GW of solar power by 2030, Solar Careers UK are on a mission to help recruit, train, and place over 60,000 new professionals into rewarding careers within the solar and battery storage industry.

Solar Careers UK, is a division of the solar industry's trade association Solar Energy UK, who represent 425+ solar businesses, many that specialise in providing high quality solar installations to domestic, commercial, and utility-scale clients. We have been asked to assist them with the recruitment of full-time and permanent solar teams from across all regions of the United Kingdom.

In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electrical systems that support the installation and operation of cutting-edge solar technology. Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring that projects not only meet safety and regulatory standards but also operate efficiently and effectively.

You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects that make a real difference in reducing carbon footprints and promoting energy independence. You will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, contribute to project planning, and be involved in hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving in the field.

If you are enthusiastic about renewable energy and have a technical background in electrical engineering, whatever sector you currently work in, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to create a more sustainable future for everyone.

New entrants welcome.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for solar projects.
• Ensure compliance with local and national electrical codes and safety standards.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments for potential solar installations.
• Collaborate with project managers and other engineers to implement system designs.
• Perform system testing and troubleshooting to resolve electrical issues during installation and operation.
• Oversee and coordinate electrical works during installation phases.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and project updates for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in electrical design.
• Familiarity with solar energy systems or other sector technology.
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.