LEAD PV ENGINEER

Darke & Taylor Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

32 days holiday (incl. 8 bank holidays)

Bonus holiday incentive scheme

Job summary

Darke & Taylor Ltd is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer for its Renewables Department. This is a vital role that requires a fully qualified electrician with strong solar PV experience. You'll lead installation teams, ensuring high standards and safety on commercial and residential projects.

The position offers excellent pay, private healthcare, and 32 days of holiday. You will work full-time from 7 am to 4 pm, Monday to Friday. If you're passionate about renewable energy, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in solar PV installations.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage solar PV installation teams on-site.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of PV systems.
• Liaise with clients and project managers.

Skills

Solar PV experience

Leadership and team management

Fault-finding and troubleshooting

Education

Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Tools

ECS/CSCS card

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Due to growth in our Renewables Department, we currently have an excellent career opportunity for a talented Electrical Engineer to join us.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Lead PV Engineer to join our growing renewable energy team. This is a hands‑on leadership role for a fully qualified electrician with strong solar PV experience, excellent technical knowledge, and the ability to lead installation teams on commercial and domestic projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage solar PV installation teams on‑site
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of PV systems
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
• Support project planning and problem solving on‑site
• Liaise with clients, project managers, and suppliers
• Maintain compliance with electrical and industry regulations
• Carry out annual PV/EESS services and maintenance

Requirements

• Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• Experience in solar PV installations
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent fault‑finding and troubleshooting abilities
• ECS/CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Working at heights

Desirable

• SSSTS
• Battery storage installation experience
• IPAF
• Pasma

Package on Offer

• Excellent rates of pay dependent on experience
• Private healthcare and health insurance benefits
• 32 days holiday (incl. 8 bank holidays), plus bonus holiday incentive scheme
• Full‑time | 7 am – 4 pm Monday to Friday
• Location: Home counties

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to play a key role in delivering high‑quality solar installations, we’d love to hear from you.