Field Service Engineer (ESS / PV) - UK (2 years temporary contract)

Role overview Support the safe, reliable operation of solar photovoltaic and energy storage equipment across Northern England and Scotland. This is a hands-on field service position involving commissioning, maintenance, fault diagnosis, repairs, and technical support for customers and service partners. The role is offered as a two-year temporary contract, with a remote base in the northern UK and regular regional travel.

Responsibilities - Commission, inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair solar inverters and energy storage systems. - Provide technical assistance remotely and on site to customers and service partners across the region. - Diagnose electrical, mechanical, communications, and software faults, then recommend practical corrective action. - Carry out testing, firmware updates, and performance checks in line with applicable standards and regulations. - Record service work clearly, including findings, corrective actions, and equipment records. - Coordinate with technical, sales, and service colleagues to improve equipment performance and customer support.

Requirements - Technical education in electrical engineering, renewable energy, power electronics, or a comparable discipline. - Practical servicing experience with solar PV, battery storage, electrical systems, or industrial equipment. - Ability to interpret electrical diagrams, use diagnostic instruments, and resolve faults independently. - Based in, or able to work remotely from, Northern England or Scotland, with willingness to travel regularly across the northern UK. - Strong commitment to health and safety, quality, and professional customer communication. - English proficiency at C1 level; additional European languages are an advantage.

Nice to have Additional European language skills.

Benefits and work setup Two-year temporary contract; remote-based in Northern England or Scotland with regional travel. The role offers technical development opportunities and direct involvement in clean energy operations.