Electrical Engineer

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Electrical Engineer – Solar, BESS & New Technologies

London / Hybrid

Up to £50,000 + Bonus


An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer to join a fast-growing renewable energy developer delivering utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the UK.


This role offers the chance to work across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage grid connection and design through to construction support and commissioning while also gaining exposure to emerging technologies including data centres, geothermal and onshore wind.


The business has a significant UK pipeline of large-scale renewable infrastructure projects and offers a genuinely entrepreneurial environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and broaden their technical capabilities.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a highly collaborative and technically ambitious team.


The Role


Key responsibilities include:

  • Producing and reviewing HV and LV electrical designs for solar and BESS projects
  • Preparing and managing grid connection applications with DNOs and National Grid
  • Supporting equipment specification and technical evaluation of inverters, transformers, switchgear and BESS technologies
  • Conducting power systems studies including load flow, fault level and harmonic analysis
  • Providing technical input into planning applications, EIAs and infrastructure consenting processes
  • Coordinating with external consultants, contractors and suppliers throughout project delivery
  • Supporting construction, installation and commissioning activities
  • Exploring opportunities to apply AI, scripting and automation tools to improve engineering workflows and project delivery
  • Keeping up to date with grid codes, industry standards and emerging technologies


About You


Applicants should ideally have:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Understanding of UK power systems and grid connection processes
  • Familiarity with renewable energy electrical design (Solar PV and/or BESS)
  • Experience with power systems software such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSS/E
  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
  • Interest in coding, automation or AI tools (Python or similar advantageous)
  • A proactive, self-learning mindset and desire to work in a fast-moving environment
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Professional membership or progress toward chartership (IET / Engineering Council) would be advantageous.

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Job Description:

Electrical Engineer – Solar, BESS & New Technologies

London / Hybrid

Up to £50,000 + Bonus

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Engineer to join a fast-growing renewable energy developer delivering utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across the UK.

This role offers the chance to work across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage grid connection and design through to construction support and commissioning while also gaining exposure to emerging technologies including data centres, geothermal and onshore wind.

The business has a significant UK pipeline of large-scale renewable infrastructure projects and offers a genuinely entrepreneurial environment where engineers are encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and broaden their technical capabilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a highly collaborative and technically ambitious team.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Producing and reviewing HV and LV electrical designs for solar and BESS projects
  • Preparing and managing grid connection applications with DNOs and National Grid
  • Supporting equipment specification and technical evaluation of inverters, transformers, switchgear and BESS technologies
  • Conducting power systems studies including load flow, fault level and harmonic analysis
  • Providing technical input into planning applications, EIAs and infrastructure consenting processes
  • Coordinating with external consultants, contractors and suppliers throughout project delivery
  • Supporting construction, installation and commissioning activities
  • Exploring opportunities to apply AI, scripting and automation tools to improve engineering workflows and project delivery
  • Keeping up to date with grid codes, industry standards and emerging technologies

About You

Applicants should ideally have:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • Understanding of UK power systems and grid connection processes
  • Familiarity with renewable energy electrical design (Solar PV and/or BESS)
  • Experience with power systems software such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSS/E
  • Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
  • Interest in coding, automation or AI tools (Python or similar advantageous)
  • A proactive, self-learning mindset and desire to work in a fast-moving environment
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Professional membership or progress toward chartership (IET / Engineering Council) would be advantageous.

Posted: May 13th, 2026