Solar PV Test Engineer

Solar PV O&M Engineer - Leeds / UK

Project: Operation and maintenance of solar PV systems across commercial, rooftop, and ground-mounted sites
Location: Leeds / travel throughout the UK
Job Type: Permanent
Reporting into: O&M Manager

Why Join?

• A fantastic chance to develop your technical expertise in solar PV systems while contributing to high-profile renewable energy projects.
• Play a pivotal role in maintaining and optimising solar PV assets, ensuring maximum efficiency, safety, and compliance with regulations.
• Join a collaborative team environment that encourages technical skill, problem-solving, and ongoing professional growth.

What We're Looking For

Relevant Qualifications:

• Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations (or equivalent)
• 18th Edition BS7671 Wiring Regulations
• City & Guilds 2391 - Inspection & Testing (or equivalent)
• ECS Gold Card
• SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme
• Working at Height Certification
• IPAF / PASMA

Experience:

• At least 2-3 years' experience in solar PV installation, operation, and maintenance, preferably on commercial rooftops or ground-mounted systems.
• Solid experience with AC/DC systems, inverters, fault diagnosis, and electrical safety protocols.
• Familiarity with monitoring platforms such as SolarEdge or Hark is beneficial.

Key Skills:

• Methodical and analytical approach to troubleshooting electrical and technical issues.
• Experienced in performing preventative and corrective maintenance on PV systems.
• Competent in AC/DC testing, thermographic surveys, and torque inspections.
• Ability to interpret performance data, benchmark against expected outputs, and report findings effectively.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety standards within renewable energy environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for producing clear technical reports and logs.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the UK, including overnight site visits.

About the Company

Our client is a is a well-established electrical and mechanical engineering subcontractor, with a strong foundation built on years of industry expertise. They hold an extensive portfolio and order book managing major projects across the UK. They specialise in designing and installing building services nationwide, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality and safe solutions across education, residential, aviation, leisure, and commercial developments.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a skilled Solar PV O&M Engineer to join the team, supporting the ongoing operation and maintenance of client-owned solar PV assets across the UK. You will ensure systems are safe, efficient, and fully compliant with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out scheduled and reactive maintenance on commercial and ground-mounted PV installations.
• Conduct detailed inspections of PV modules, inverters, mounting structures, and electrical components.
• Perform AC/DC electrical testing, thermographic surveys, and torque checks.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across PV systems efficiently.
• Monitor system performance via solar monitoring platforms, assessing yield, availability, and efficiency.
• Prepare detailed maintenance logs, reports, and technical recommendations.
• Ensure all work adheres to health, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a technical point of contact between clients, subcontractors, and project teams.

Contact Details:
Ollie Foley - Recruitment Consultant
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