Electrician - Renewables

Sphere Solutions; United States; On-site; USD 40,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van

Fuel Card

Overtime pay

Travel allowance

Christmas leave

Training & support

Job summary

Sphere Solutions, a renewables contractor, is seeking an Electrician with solar experience for commercial and domestic projects across the South West. The role requires working in Plymouth and Exeter with travel to larger sites.

We expect 4 years in the commercial sector, ECS Gold card, and NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, with BS7671 knowledge and UK driving licence. On-offer includes a company van and fuel card.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience within the commercial sector.
• ECS Gold card and BS7671 Wiring regulations.
• Solar experience in domestic or commercial settings.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and commission equipment.
• Carry out AC & DC electrical wiring, including inverters and distribution boards.
• Install mounting systems, conduit, trunking, and cable containment.
• Diagnose and resolve issues during and after installation.
• Complete certification and compliance paperwork (EIC, EICR).
• Ensure installations comply with BS 7671, Part P, OZEV, and MCS standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site and with project teams.

Skills

ECS Gold card

BS7671 Wiring Regulations

Solar experience

EV experience

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

Full UK driving licence

4 years commercial experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent)

Job description

If you are interested in applying for this job, please make sure you meet the following requirements as listed below.

Plymouth / Exeter based with Travel

Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE), Company Van & Fuel card

Permanent | Full-Time

Sphere Solutions are working with a well-established renewables contractor to recruit an Electrician with solar experience, within the commercial and domestic sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at the forefront of renewable energy and play a key role in delivering high-quality projects across the South West.

Key Responsibilities

• Works will include commercial solar, new build residential solar, battery storage & BESS, Commercial EV Charging, HVAC.
• Install, test, and commission equipment.
• Carry out AC & DC electrical wiring, including inverters, isolators, and distribution boards.
• Install mounting systems, conduit, trunking, and cable containment.
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues during and after installation.
• Complete certification and compliance paperwork (EIC, EICR).
• Ensure installations comply with BS 7671, Part P, OZEV, and MCS standards.
• Deliver excellent customer service on-site, working collaboratively with project teams.

About You

• 4 years experience within the commercial sector
• ECS Gold card
• BS7671 Wiring regulations
• Solar experience in either domestic or commercial
• EV experience is preferable
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent).
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.

This is a full time permanent role, the regional office is based in Plymouth but expected to work away on larger jobs and an uplift will be paid when working away.

On Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Company Van - not for personal use
• Fuel Card
• Overtime rates available
• Travel & food allowance when you work away
• Extra annual leave at Christmas
• Ongoing training and support

Our Commitment To Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces - regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background