Electrical Site Engineer – Renewable Energy & BESS

Metlen Plc; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Private medical insurance

On-site accommodation

Rental car

Fuel allowance

Food allowance

Remuneration package

Descripción de la vacante

Metlen Renewable Energy is seeking a driven Electrical Site Engineer to join our Energy team in the United Kingdom. You will oversee LV/MV installations on solar PV and BESS projects, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring adherence to design specs.

You will interpret SLDs and drawings, assist with testing and commissioning, and collaborate with civil/mechanical teams to drive on-site delivery while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Formación

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in electrical site engineering within construction or renewable energy projects.
• Strong experience supervising subcontractors and delivering electrical works on-site.
• Solid understanding of LV/MV systems, including grid connections, inverters and renewable infrastructure.
• Familiarity with testing, commissioning and QA/QC processes.
• Knowledge of UK regulations, including IET Wiring Regulations and G99/G100 standards.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary site teams in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee electrical subcontractors during installation of LV/MV systems, including cabling, panels, switchgear, transformers and inverters.
• Ensure installations meet design specifications, focusing on cable routing, segregation, terminations, earthing and bonding.
• Interpret and review electrical drawings, SLDs, and cable schedules.
• Support inspection, testing and commissioning activities, including insulation resistance and continuity testing.
• Collaborate with civil and mechanical teams to ensure smooth project execution.
• Monitor site progress, track subcontractor performance, and address risks and delays.
• Maintain accurate quality and testing documentation with full traceability.
• Support pre-commissioning, energisation and final project handover.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental compliance and safe systems of work.

Conocimientos

Electrical site engineering

Supervising subcontractors

LV/MV systems knowledge

Interpret drawings & SLDs

QA/QC testing

UK electrical regs (IET/GT)

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Educación

Degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Engineering or related

Descripción del empleo

Metlen Renewable Energy is seeking a driven Electrical Site Engineer to join our Energy team in the United Kingdom. You will oversee LV/MV installations on solar PV and BESS projects, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring adherence to design specs.

You will interpret SLDs and drawings, assist with testing and commissioning, and collaborate with civil/mechanical teams to drive on-site delivery while maintaining safety and quality standards.