Electrical Engineer (PV + BESS)

Piper Maddox; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams, providing guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have a degree in electrical engineering and experience in renewable or related environments. The role is home-based with site travel.

Qualifications

• Experience in a renewable, DNO / ICP, consultancy or similar engineering environment.
• Knowledge of earthing design or BESS is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the full electrical design process on large-scale solar and energy storage projects.
• Produce AC/DC electrical designs, layouts, SLDs, cable sizing, and protection schemes.
• Review technical specifications, tender requirements, and design risks.

Skills

AC/DC electrical designs

Electrical design process

Knowledge of UK/international electrical standards

Experience with PV design

Education

HNC / HND or degree in electrical engineering

Tools

PVSyst

G99

Job description

New Opportunity

Location: UK (home-based with site travel)

Salary: £55,000 DOE

Role: Electrical Engineer (PV + BESS)

Piper Maddox are partnered with a leading EPC who are looking for an Electrical Engineer to support the design and delivery of utility-scale solar and battery storage projects across the UK. This role sits within a growing technical team and offers broad exposure from early-stage design through to construction and commissioning.

The Role

You’ll support the full electrical design process on large-scale solar and energy storage projects, working closely with senior engineers and cross‑functional teams. Key activities include:

• Producing AC/DC electrical designs, layouts, SLDs, cable sizing, and protection schemes
• Preparing wiring diagrams, earthing layouts, and technical documentation
• Reviewing technical specifications, tender requirements, and design risks
• Supporting project delivery teams with engineering guidance during construction
• Liaising with technical advisors, sales, purchasing, and project teams
• Creating as-built documentation and ensuring designs meet deadlines and standards

About You

We’re looking for someone with:

• HNC / HND or degree in electrical engineering.
• Experience in a renewable, DNO / ICP, consultancy or similar engineering environment
• Knowledge of UK/international electrical standards
• Experience with PV design, PVSyst, G99, earthing design, or BESS is highly desirable.