Solar PV Engineer

Job Description:

Solar PV Service Engineer – Coventry 

VIQU Energy are supporting a leading renewable energy organisation in their search for a Solar PV Service Engineer to join their growing operations and maintenance team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a field-based environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to contribute directly to the performance of large-scale solar assets across the UK.
  
This position offers a mix of routine maintenance, technical fault-finding, travel to multiple sites.
  
Key Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems.
• Complete all work in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance in line with the annual PPM schedule.
• Carry out Corrective Maintenance as and when required.
• Submit accurate daily activity reports using the online reporting system.
• Undertake job-specific risk assessments and report all near-misses to management.
• Supervise and coordinate third-party contractors on site.
• Ensure external contractors adhere to all H&S requirements.
• Maintain precise electrical testing records suitable for audit.
• Fault-find and resolve issues across AC and DC systems.
• Escalate any issues or concerns to the manager promptly.
• Comply with all applicable fire, health, and safety requirements, including attending required training.
• Occasional nights away when required.
• Participate in weekend rota (with additional pay).

  
Skills & Experience Required

• Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2382-18.
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent.
• HV AP qualification.
• Harness trained (desirable – training can be provided).
• First Aid trained.
• Fire Marshal certification.
• IOSH H&S qualification (desirable – training can be provided).
• Manufacturer training on central inverters.
• Strong understanding of maintenance procedures and maintenance scheduling.
• Knowledge of AC and DC systems (AC distribution boards, combiner boxes, automation panels, etc.).
• Understanding of CCTV and SCADA systems.
• Competent working with HV systems (33kV), including switching and maintenance.
• Experienced using instruments such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, etc.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Solar PV O&M (ground mount).

  
Role: Solar PV Engineer
Salary: £45-£50,000
Location: Coventry 
  
  
VIQU Energy
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Solar PV Service Engineer – Coventry