Solar PV & Battery Storage Site Electrical Engineer

Metlen; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Private medical insurance

On-site accommodation

Rental car

Fuel allowance

Food allowance

Job summary

Metlen Renewable Energy in the United Kingdom is seeking a driven Electrical Site Engineer to join our Energy team. You will oversee LV/MV electrical installations on solar PV and BESS projects, supervise subcontractors, and ensure compliance with UK standards while coordinating with civil and mechanical teams.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of on-site experience in renewables or construction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience as electrical site engineer in construction or renewables.
• Experience supervising subcontractors and delivering electrical works on-site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical subcontractors during LV/MV installation (cabling, panels, switchgear, transformers, inverters).
• Ensure installations meet design specifications; focus on cable routing, terminations, earthing and bonding.
• Interpret and review electrical drawings, SLDs, and cable schedules.
• Support inspection, testing and commissioning activities, including insulation resistance and continuity testing.
• Collaborate with civil and mechanical teams for smooth project execution.
• Monitor site progress, subcontractor performance, and address risks/delays.
• Maintain quality and testing documentation with full traceability.
• Support pre-commissioning, energisation and handover.
• Uphold health, safety and environmental standards in every task.

Skills

Electrical Eng

Site supervision

SLD interpretation

UK regs (IET, G99/G100)

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Metlen Renewable Energy in the United Kingdom is seeking a driven Electrical Site Engineer to join our Energy team. You will oversee LV/MV electrical installations on solar PV and BESS projects, supervise subcontractors, and ensure compliance with UK standards while coordinating with civil and mechanical teams.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of on-site experience in renewables or construction.