Field Service Engineer (Utility Battery Energy Storage)

Trina Solar EU MU; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in the UK is seeking an individual to support and execute on-site installations for energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, experience in electrical commissioning, and a strong hands-on approach. This role offers professional growth in a dynamic environment with opportunities for remote work and competitive salary with bonuses.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaboration with an international team

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Attractive additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience adhering to safety regulations (CDM) in an operational setting.
• Familiarity with electrical standards, regulations, and legislation (BS 7671, 18th edition).
• Ability to adapt to dynamic conditions and stay focused under tight deadlines.
• CSCS card holder or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support on site installations and commissioning works of Trina’s energy storage projects.
• Supervise project site activities and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Report site progress to engineering and project manager.
• Support the development of Trina’s service and maintenance structure.

Skills

Related experience in commissioning or maintenance of electrical equipment

Strong site experience and hands-on mentality

Excellent MS Office capabilities

Strong communication skills

Fluent English, additional languages a plus

Education

Suitable engineering degree or qualifications

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support and execute on site installations and commissioning works of Trina’s energy storage projects in the UK
• Support Trina’s project execution efforts
• Supervise project site activities
• Comply with company policies, ensuring supplier and contractors follow up H&S regulations
• Ensure smooth delivery of equipment on site
• Report site activities’ progress to engineering and project manager
• Support resolving quality issues and punch list items
• Support the development and implementation of Trina’s service and maintenance structure

Requirements

• Suitable engineering degree or qualifications
• Related experience in commissioning or maintenance of electrical equipment in the context of Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
• Must have experience on adhering to safety regulations (CDM) in an operational setting
• Strong site experience and hands‑on mentality
• Familiar with related electrical standards, Regulations and Legislation (BS 7671, 18th edition etc)
• Ability to adapt to dynamic conditions and stay focused/execute on goals under tight deadlines
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to interface with multiple parties (contractors, suppliers, client representatives) CSCS card holder or eq.
• Excellent MS Office capabilities, SCADA and MODBUS experience will be a plus;
• Must be willing and able to travel heavily in support of existing & new Energy Storage fleet
• Passion for your work, strong communication skills, a flexible and positive attitude, structured and dedicated way of working
• Languages: Fluent English, and other additional European language will be a plus.

We offer you

• A dynamic environment with high responsibilities and an independent working style
• The opportunity for professional development and growth in one of the most fast‑growing industries.
• An environment of open communication where all ideas and opinions are valued
• Collaboration with an international and diverse team from all over Europe
• Possibility for remote work
• Qualified training and support with our buddy system
• A detailed introduction to our product portfolio
• Competitive salary and a great bonus structure
• Attractive additional benefits that vary depending on the country