Photovoltaic Field Technician - Udine, Italy

ACM Staffing; Friuli-Venezia Giulia; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Travel expense reimbursement

Job summary

ACM Staffing is partnering with a leading international renewable energy company to hire Solar Field Technicians for Italy, focusing on Friuli Venezia Giulia (Udine area). The role covers installation, maintenance and fault resolution at solar plants, with mobility across sites in the region.

Fluent Italian is essential; English preferred for technical docs. The position offers an international work environment and a company car or travel reimbursements for site visits.

Qualifications

• Electrical qualification or equivalent technical certification.
• Minimum 2–3 years with photovoltaic systems.
• Knowledge of solar inverters, transformers and electrical distribution systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission and test utility-scale photovoltaic plants.
• Connect solar panels, inverters and electrical components per specs.
• Perform system integration, grid connection and quality checks.

Skills

Electrical systems

SCADA systems

BESS knowledge

Education

Electrical qualification

Tools

Thermography

Remote monitoring platforms

Job description

Our client is one of the leading international companies in the renewable energy sector, specializing in innovative asset management solutions for the solar industry. With extensive experience in EPC, O&M and Asset Management, the company has developed a sophisticated range of management, maintenance and operations services, alongside award-winning software and cutting-edge retrofit technologies.

Present across multiple countries, our client enables solar plant owners to have full control over their assets, ensuring high-performance, worry-free installations. Their expertise covers the entire life-cycle of photovoltaic systems: from design and construction through to long-term management and maintenance.

Good news: the company is expanding its operations in Italy and is looking for talent to join as Solar Field Technicians.

Open Position

We are looking for experienced photovoltaic field technicians to join our client's growing team in Italy.

The role involves hands-on technical activities at solar plants, ensuring optimal performance, maintenance and fault resolution of photovoltaic systems.

Location

We are recruiting for solar plants in the following region:

Friuli Venezia Giulia, with upcoming sites near Udine.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, commissioning and testing of utility-scale photovoltaic plants
• Connection of solar panels, inverters and electrical components according to technical specifications
• System integration and grid connection procedures
• Preliminary inspections and quality checks

Maintenance & Operations

• Preventive and corrective maintenance on solar plants
• Diagnosis and resolution of electrical and mechanical faults in PV systems
• Performance monitoring and identification of optimization areas
• Replacement of defective components, including panels, inverters, cables and electrical panels

Safety & Compliance

• Adherence to all health and safety regulations on site
• Risk assessment and implementation of safety protocols
• Compliance with Italian electrical standards and current regulations
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance activities and site visits
• Technical support to the operations team
• Collaboration with engineers and project managers for system improvements
• Reporting of technical issues and recommendation of solutions
• Support for commissioning activities on new installations

Technical Qualifications

• Electrical qualification or equivalent technical certification
• Proven experience on photovoltaic systems, ideally minimum 2-3 years
• Knowledge of solar inverters, transformers and electrical distribution systems
• Understanding of high and low voltage electrical systems
• Familiarity with solar plant O&M procedures

Languages

• Fluent Italian, essential for daily activities and client communication
• English preferred for technical documentation

Location & Mobility

• Residence in Friuli Venezia Giulia, ideally near Udine, or willingness to reach plants in the region
• Valid Italian or EU driving licence, essential for site visits
• Availability to travel between different solar plants in the region
• Flexibility for occasional overnight stays
• Proximity to solar plants considered an advantage

Personal Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and technical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High attention to detail and quality-oriented approach
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment
• Proactive approach to maintenance and continuous improvement
• Experience with SCADA systems and remote monitoring platforms
• Knowledge of battery energy storage systems, BESS
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations or Italian equivalent, CEI standards
• Relevant HSE certifications for electrical work
• Experience with thermography and diagnostic tools
• Experience in international environments

Competitive salary up to €35,000 - €40,000 per year, depending on experience

Opportunity to work on innovative renewable energy projects in Friuli Venezia Giulia

Training and professional development

International environment and ISO-certified company standards

Growth pathways within a dynamic and expanding company

Participation in Italy's energy transition and sustainability goals

Company car or travel expense reimbursement for site visits

Use of award-winning asset management software and technologies

ACM Staffing is working exclusively with a leading international renewable energy company to identify the best solar technical talent in Italy. All applications will be handled confidentially and professionally.