Lead Electrical Engineer - Hybrid Renewable Installations

RURAL & COUNTRY ENERGY LTD; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Ongoing training & development

Excellent rates of pay

Paid maternity pay after a year of use

Paid paternity pay after a year of use

Job summary

Rural and Country Energy seeks an experienced electrical professional to join our renewables team, specialising in Renewable installations. This hybrid role blends field work with office duties and leadership of installation teams, ensuring safety and high standards across projects.

You will work across Solar PV, battery storage and heat pumps, provide technical support to engineers, carry out audits, and help drive continuous improvement while delivering energy solutions to customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years electrical experience with fault-finding skills.
• 2+ years experience in renewable installations.
• 18th Edition wiring regulations compliance.
• NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation and City & Guilds 236 Part 1 & 2 or equivalent.
• Domestic EV charging knowledge is advantageous.
• Domestic Solar PV & Battery storage experience is essential.
• Willingness to hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Remote support to engineers on onsite installations via phone or live chat.
• Carry out desktop and site audits on pre- and post-installations to ensure compliance with latest standards.
• Provide technical support to customer service and aftercare teams.
• Regularly update the CRM with recommendations and technical information for each job.
• Deliver high-quality service and excellent customer outcomes.
• Support all departments to meet business needs.
• Work well under pressure and be a strong team player.
• Learn new skills and adapt to project needs.

Skills

Fault finding

Leadership

Organisation

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 3 in electrical installation

City & Guilds 236 Part 1 and 2

18th Edition wiring regulations

Job description

Rural and Country Energy seeks an experienced electrical professional to join our renewables team, specialising in Renewable installations. This hybrid role blends field work with office duties and leadership of installation teams, ensuring safety and high standards across projects.

You will work across Solar PV, battery storage and heat pumps, provide technical support to engineers, carry out audits, and help drive continuous improvement while delivering energy solutions to customers.