Installation Engineer (Solar / Regional Patch)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Bath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Progression opportunities

Company bonus

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an Installation Engineer with solar PV experience to join a growing renewables business on a regional patch in the South West. You’ll install, commission and maintain solar PV systems across the Bristol area, work autonomously and benefit from a company vehicle and strong progression prospects.

The ideal candidate holds 18th Edition, has a full UK driving licence and solid electrical knowledge.

Qualifications

• 18th Edition qualification required.
• Hands-on solar PV system experience essential.
• Strong electrical knowledge and problem-solving skills.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and maintain solar PV systems on the regional patch.
• Carry out fault-finding and diagnostics on solar equipment.
• Provide technical support to customers and installers.
• Ensure installations meet relevant electrical standards and safety requirements.
• Travel to customer sites across the patch using a company vehicle.

Skills

18th Edition

Solar PV experience

Electrical knowledge

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Installation Engineer (Solar / Regional Patch)

£45,000 - £55,000 + Vehicle + Progression + Company Benefits + Company Bonus

Bristol - South West Patch

Are you an Installation Engineer with solar PV experience and an 18th Edition, looking to join a growing renewable energy business where you’ll cover a regional patch, work autonomously and benefit from a company vehicle and excellent long-term progression?

This rapidly growing business specialises in innovative renewable energy and battery storage solutions, supporting customers across the UK with the installation, maintenance and technical support of clean energy systems. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to expand their engineering team with an experienced Solar Installation Engineer.

In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of solar PV systems across the South West. You’ll attend customer sites to carry out installations, fault-finding and technical troubleshooting, using your electrical knowledge to diagnose issues and ensure systems are operating safely and efficiently. You’ll also provide technical support to customers and installers, with further product training provided to develop your expertise.

This role would suit a Solar Installer, Solar PV Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, Electrical Engineer or Service Engineer with hands‑on solar experience, looking for a technically varied role with excellent earning potential and long-term progression.

The Role:

• Install, commission and maintain solar PV systems across the South West
• Carry out fault-finding, diagnostics and technical troubleshooting on solar systems
• Provide technical support to customers and installers on solar PV equipment
• Complete electrical testing and ensure installations meet relevant standards
• Travel to customer sites across the regional patch using a company vehicle
• Manage your own diary and workload with no on-call requirement

The Person:

• Experience as a Solar Installer, Solar PV Engineer, Installation Engineer or similar
• Strong technical knowledge of solar and electrical systems
• 18th Edition qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence

Solar Installation Engineer, Solar Installer, Installation Engineer, PV, Renewable Energy, Solar Panels, Battery Storage, 18th Edition, Bristol, Bath, Weston-super-Mare, Gloucester, Swindon, Somerset, South West

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.