Field Service Engineer – Cambridge, UK
At Stern Energy we have an opportunity for a Field Service Engineer in Cambridge. This position has come at an exciting time for our fast‑growing company.
The right candidate shall have experience in the electrical installation and maintenance of industrial sites and specific knowledge of DC electrical systems. You will have previous experience or technical knowledge of photovoltaic systems and high‑voltage systems. Good ability and confidence in using basic electrical equipment such as multimeters and insulation testers is required.
Main responsibilities
* Visual inspection activities, cleaning and reporting to the management team.
* Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
* Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations (excluding equipment).
* Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment (data logger, routers, sensors, etc.).
* Routine maintenance activities on security system devices (cameras, barriers, etc.).
* Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities (thermal imaging, insulation tester, etc.).
* Execute corrective measures to keep the system available.
* Engage and manage subcontractors.
* Called to perform reactive and corrective maintenance activities as well as, from time to time, to manage subcontractors and control the quality of activities performed.
* The site technician shall give availability for working from time to time during weekends and bank holidays.
Skills and qualifications
* Minimum of 3‑5 years’ experience in electrical installation and maintenance, preferably in industrial or utility‑scale environments.
* Proven experience or technical knowledge of photovoltaic (PV) systems.
* Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices.
* Proficiency in using electrical testing tools.
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
* Problem‑solving mindset.
* Team player.
* Professionalism.
* Valid and clean car driving licence.
* NVQ Level 3 electrical certification.
A great benefit package to include
* Employee Assistance programme.
* Company sick pay.
* Great company culture and regular social events.
* Wellness Wednesday for 30 minutes every week for mindfulness on top of lunch break.
* Extensive learning and development programme.
* Company mobile phone.
* Laptop.
* 25 days of annual leave plus Bank holidays.
* TOIL mechanism – built up for hours worked in the week which can be used in the form of TOIL or accumulated and paid at the end of the financial year.
* Hours worked for call-outs to be paid at the end of each month.
* Standby call‑out payments.
* Vehicle with fuel cards.
Key details
* Seniority level: Not applicable.
* Employment type: Full‑time.
* Industry: Services for Renewable Energy.
We are deeply committed to promoting equity and inclusion, and celebrate the diversity of our team. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, culture, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and qualifications.
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