Electrical Installation Engineer

Talented People; Wadebridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy developer in Wadebridge is seeking an experienced Electrical Installer to join their team. The role involves maintenance of solar PV and wind turbine projects, requiring 5+ years in the electrical sector, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. The company offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £45,000 as well as opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in the electrical or renewable energy sector.
• Competent with computers and reporting software.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, including some evening and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on renewable energy assets, including solar PV and wind turbine sites.
• Monitor system performance on a rota basis.
• Identify and resolve electrical faults.
• Manage Low Voltage (LV) electrical design and installation.
• Analyse performance data and suggest improvements.
• Produce technical documentation and maintenance reports.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organization

Education

City & Guilds 2365 Level 2/3 or equivalent

City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent inspection and testing qualification

BS 7671 qualified

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Electrical Installer - Solar PV & Renewable Energy

Cornwall

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Full-time, permanent

About the Company

Our client is a leading renewable energy developer delivering solar PV and wind turbine projects across the UK. Established over a decade ago, their expert in-house team of engineers, planners and project managers design, build and maintain clean energy systems that power a more sustainable future. They offer a complete end-to-end service and are recognised for technical excellence, innovation and a strong commitment to sustainability.

The Opportunity

We\'re seeking a skilled Electrical Installer / Electrical Engineer to join a growing renewables team based in Cornwall.

This role is ideal for someone experienced in solar PV installation, electrical maintenance, and renewable energy systems, looking to work on varied and exciting projects nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on renewable energy assets, including solar PV and wind turbine sites.
• Monitor and review system performance on a rota basis, including some weekend cover.
• Identify, record, and resolve electrical faults with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
• Manage and complete Low Voltage (LV) electrical design and installation.
• Analyse performance data and suggest operational improvements.
• Produce accurate technical documentation and maintenance reports.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• City & Guilds #removed#/03 (or equivalent qualification or higher).
• City & Guilds 2391 (or equivalent inspection and testing qualification).
• BS#removed#th Edition.
• Excellent communication, organisation and troubleshooting skills.
• Competent with computers and reporting software.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel across the UK, including some evening and weekend work.
• Minimum 5 years\' experience in the electrical or renewable energy sector.

Desirable Experience

• Solar PV installation and maintenance background.
• Experience using CAD software.
• Knowledge of communications setup and configuration for monitoring systems.
• Exposure to High Voltage (HV) systems and grid-connected infrastructure.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary between £35,000 - £45,000, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy projects across the UK.
• Be part of a passionate, forward-thinking team driving the transition to clean energy.
• Genuine progression and professional development opportunities