Electrical Site Engineer - Renewable Energy & BESS

Metlen Energy & Metals Plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

On site accomodation

Rental car

Fuel allowance

Food allowance

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a hands-on Electrical Site Engineer to join our UK energy team, delivering solar PV and BESS projects across the United Kingdom. You will oversee LV/MV installations and collaborate with civil and mechanical teams on fast-paced sites.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical or Power Engineering and at least three years of on-site experience, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering or a 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical subcontractors during the installation of LV/MV systems, including cabling, panels, switchgear, transformers and inverters
• Ensure installations meet design specifications, with a focus on cable routing, segregation, terminations, earthing and bonding
• Interpret and review electrical drawings, single line diagrams (SLDs), and cable schedules
• Support inspection, testing and commissioning activities, including insulation resistance and continuity testing
• Collaborate closely with civil and mechanical teams to ensure smooth and efficient project execution
• Monitor site progress, track subcontractor performance, and proactively address risks and delays
• Maintain accurate quality and testing documentation, ensuring full traceability
• Support pre-commissioning, energisation and final project handover
• Uphold the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance, ensuring safe systems of work are followed at all times

Skills

Subcontractor supervision

Electrical site execution

Quality & safety delivery

Organisational & communication

Education

Electrical/Power Engineering degree

Job description

METLEN Energy & Metals is seeking a hands-on Electrical Site Engineer to join our UK energy team, delivering solar PV and BESS projects across the United Kingdom. You will oversee LV/MV installations and collaborate with civil and mechanical teams on fast-paced sites.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical or Power Engineering and at least three years of on-site experience, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and delivery excellence.