Site Engineer

Metlen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

On site accommodation

Rental Car

Food allowance

Job summary

Metlen Energy and Metals is seeking a Site Engineer (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) to support our M Renewables Division across the United Kingdom. You will help deliver Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, ensuring safe delivery, quality, and compliance with standards and contractual requirements.

You will coordinate on-site engineering activities across civil, electrical, and mechanical streams, review drawings and specs, monitor progress, and support documentation,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 2+ years site engineering experience in construction, infrastructure, or energy projects.
• Experience with renewable energy, Solar PV or BESS is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Support on-site delivery of Solar PV and BESS projects from construction to commissioning.
• Coordinate daily site engineering activities across civil, electrical, and mechanical workstreams.
• Review and interpret drawings, specs and technical documentation.
• Monitor progress against programme milestones and support reporting.
• Ensure works meet design, quality and HSE requirements.

Skills

Site engineering

Construction coordination

Drawings & specs

HSE awareness

Stakeholder coordination

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job description

Metlen Energy and Metals is seeking a Site Engineer (Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical) to support our M Renewables Division across the United Kingdom. This is an exciting role offering the opportunity to work on large-scale Solar and BESS projects and help deliver the UK’s clean energy future.

You will be required to support the Project and Construction Teams in the planning, coordination and execution of Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects; ensuring safe delivery, quality assurance, and compliance with engineering standards, programme milestones, and contractual requirements.

Your role will encompass:

• Support the on-site delivery of Solar PV and BESS projects from construction through commissioning.
• Coordinate daily site engineering activities across civil, electrical, and mechanical workstreams.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Monitor site progress against programme milestones and support schedule reporting.
• Ensure works are executed in accordance with design, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to resolve technical and construction issues.
• Assist with inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover documentation.
• Maintain accurate site records, including progress reports, RFIs, and as-built documentation.
• Support risk assessments, method statements, and permit processes.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and UK regulations.

Profile description

What you bring to the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• 2+ years of experience in site engineering within construction, infrastructure, or energy projects (we're aiming for associate and senior profiles).
• Experience working on renewable energy, Solar PV, or BESS projects is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction practices, drawings, and project delivery methods.
• Knowledge of HSE standards and quality assurance processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Ability to work across multiple sites and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Share the Same Value Based Behaviours:

• People & Personal growth
• Results orientation & Safety excellence
• Collaboration & Trust
• Empathy & Effective communication
• Flexibility & Adaptability

We offer:

Your benefits:

• Attractive remuneration package
• Private Medical Insurance
• On site accommodation
• Rental Car
• Food allowance

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