Solar Site Engineer

Consult Energy UK; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in renewable energy is seeking a Solar Site Engineer to oversee installations and ensure compliance with project specifications. This role offers the chance to work on innovative projects in solar energy, with flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in utility scale solar energy installation is highly desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Construction, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site activities, ensuring compliance with project plans.
• Provide technical guidance and support, troubleshooting issues during installation.
• Maintain accurate documentation of on-site activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal

Organisational

Education

Electrical Engineering

Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This range is provided by Consult Energy UK. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Solar Site Engineer

Office/site locations – Oxfordshire/Midlands/Yorkshire/Shropshire – happy to discuss and figure out what works best

The Company

Our client is a subsidiary of a FTSE 100 listed company. They own and operate market leading food waste and crop recycling anaerobic digestion facilities across the UK. As a leading processor of organic waste, they recycles food waste from over 50 local authorities, food manufacturers, brokers, and retailers, converting their food waste into renewable energy. It also operates 30+ solar farms, 6 wind farms and 5 hydroelectric power plants.

They are now entering into a new growth phase, particularly in the space of solar and AD, and are looking for a number of talented people to join their team.

The Role

As Solar Site Engineer, you’ll provide essential on the ground support to oversee the installation and commissioning of primarily solar projects but with potential opportunity to work across the renewables portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise on-site activities, ensuring compliance with project plans and specifications
• Oversee the installation of key system components, maintaining the highest quality standards
• Support implementation and enforce safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel
• Provide technical guidance and support, troubleshooting any issues that arise during the installation process
• Coordinate effectively with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution
• Maintain accurate documentation of on-site activities, including progress reports and inspection log

What We’re Looking For:

• Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Construction, or a related field
• Experience in utility scale solar energy installation or a similar role is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in the English language
• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Full driving license and comfortable travelling between different site locations.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to work on innovative renewable energy projects shaping the future.
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements with a mix of site, office, and remote work.
• Career development and training opportunities in the green energy sector.

If you're a Site Engineer with Solar experience, passionate about renewable energy, we'd love to hear from you, apply today or contact us for more details.

Solar Site Engineer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Services for Renewable Energy and Engineering Services

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