PV Engineer — Solar Farm O&M Specialist

Opal Contracting Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to manage maintenance and inspections on their solar farms. The role requires expertise in both AC and DC systems, and you should have at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar projects. With a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 annually, this position also offers numerous benefits, including performance bonuses and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus up to 12.5%

Private pension with employer contributions

Full private health cover

Life insurance at 4× annual salary

33 days’ holiday

Structured training and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience on utility-scale, ground-mounted Solar PV O&M projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, inspections and remedial work on solar PV systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults using industry-standard testing equipment.
• Produce clear, accurate site reports after each visit.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Understanding of AC & DC systems

Use of industry-standard testing tools

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations

HV AP qualification

Job description

A leading solar energy firm in the UK is seeking a PV Engineer/Technician to manage maintenance and inspections on their solar farms. The role requires expertise in both AC and DC systems, and you should have at least 3 years of experience in utility-scale solar projects. With a competitive salary between £45,000 and £50,000 annually, this position also offers numerous benefits, including performance bonuses and career development opportunities.