Position: Lead Electrical Engineer (Commissioning) – Utility Scale PV
Location: East Anglia
Full-Time | 4x per week on site + ability to travel
Salary: £70,000 + benefits
Piper Maddox are working with a renewable energy IPP who have an impressive pipeline across PV and BESS. They boast an extremely talented and lean technical team who have experience developing a strong pipeline across Europe.
As projects in the UK reach energisation, they are seeking a highly skilled
Lead Electrical Engineer
to oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of large-scale Solar and BESS projects across the UK. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrates strong leadership, and is passionate about renewable energy technologies.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Leadership
: Direct and manage contractors during installation phases, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance at every stage.
* Technical Oversight
: Solve complex electrical design issues, validate LV testing certificates, and manage power distribution, SCADA systems, and control wiring diagrams.
* Quality & Compliance
: Maintain the highest standards in health & safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
* Collaboration
: Work closely with project teams, external contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth project execution.
* Ongoing Site Support
: Manage electrical works on operational sites, contributing to continuous improvement and system optimisation.
Skills Required:
* 5+ years of experience in electrical and commissioning roles on utility-scale PV plants, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
* Deep knowledge of electrical systems, power electronics, and circuit design.
* Experience working on large-scale, ground-mounted PV installations.
* UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
Please apply to this role if it sounds interesting, and your experience suits it.