Junior Solar Farm Field Engineer - PV Maintenance

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in renewable energy seeks a Junior Field Service Engineer in the United Kingdom. The role involves maintaining solar PV systems, conducting routine maintenance, and assisting in installations. The ideal candidate will have relevant electrical engineering qualifications and experience in maintenance, alongside strong computer skills. This position requires a clean driving licence and the ability to read technical drawings. An inclusive and diverse workplace is promoted.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in electrical maintenance and fault finding, ideally within renewable energy.
• Clean current Full driving licence (manual).
• Able to read single-line diagrams (SLD) and technical schematic drawings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and testing on solar PV systems.
• Assist in the installation of new solar PV or wind systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as needed.
• Report activities through CMMS or manuals.
• Supervise third-party contractors on site.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault finding

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Technical schematic reading

Sub-station awareness

Education

Level 2 qualification in electrical engineering

City & Guilds 17/18th BS7671 Wiring Regs

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in renewable energy seeks a Junior Field Service Engineer in the United Kingdom. The role involves maintaining solar PV systems, conducting routine maintenance, and assisting in installations. The ideal candidate will have relevant electrical engineering qualifications and experience in maintenance, alongside strong computer skills. This position requires a clean driving licence and the ability to read technical drawings. An inclusive and diverse workplace is promoted.