HV Electrical Engineer - Solar

Astute's Renewable team is partnering with a leading company managing one of the largest Ground Mount Solar PV portfolios in the UK to recruit a High Voltage Electrical Engineer covering the West UK region.

The strategically important HV Electrical Engineer role comes with a salary of 40,000-50,000 (DOE), a company vehicle, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

If you're an experienced HV Electrician passionate about renewable energy and looking to work for an organisation that values integrity and technical excellence, submit your CV to apply today!

Responsibilities and duties
Reporting to the Operations Director you will:

• Perform planned inspections and maintenance in line with legal, technical, manufacturer, and contractual requirements.
• Conduct reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and timely resolutions.
• Complete site surveys as required.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation, including electrical testing records, HV logs, and safety documents.
• Ensure work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity standards.
• Follow and enforce all Health & Safety protocols.
  
  Professional qualifications
  We are looking for someone with the following:
  
• Electrical Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 Electrotechnical qualification or equivalent.
• Wiring Regulations: 17th/18th Edition certification.
• HV Experience: Time-served HV Authorised Person (AP) qualification.
• Driving License: Full and clean UK driving license.
  
  Personal skills
• The HV Electrical Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  
  
• Passionate about renewable technologies such as Solar PV and Battery Storage.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• A self-starter who thrives in a dynamic, field-based role.
• A team player with excellent communication skills.

Salary and benefits of the HV Electrical Engineer role

• 40,000-50,000 (DOE).
• Company vehicle included.
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• A great opportunity to grow in the renewable energy sector.
  
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