Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively with a business who provide a variety of services to the UK’s energy storage / battery storage / BESS market. They invest in, manage, develop and originate battery storage projects and we’re looking to add some Field Service Engineers to their team to start adding to their O&M Team as well.
The Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, depending on experience, with real potential for personal and professional growth. The business operate internationally too, so there may be future scope for international work.
If you’re a Field Service Engineer / Energy Storage Engineer / BESS Engineer and are looking to work for a key organisation in the market, then submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities and duties
Reporting to the O&M Manager
you will:
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Perform preventative and reactive maintenance across a portfolio of battery storage assets
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Troubleshoot and diagnose issues, conduct warranty repairs and commissioning works too
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Perform firmware and software system upgrades
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Provide diagnostic and technical phone support to clients and customers if and when required
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Conduct risk assessments and look to implement any necessary safety measures
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Where applicable, assist the in-house development team with hands on knowledge and advice through the development phases of projects
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Inspect equipment and carry out regular capacity tests
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Log all activity on internal system
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Travel nationwide for business need, staying overnight where necessary. The intention is to be as patch-based as possible but there needs to be an awareness that there could be nationwide travel.
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Other duties as required
Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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At least a level 3 electrical installation qualification
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ECS gold card is hugely preferable
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18th edition wiring regulations
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HVAP is desired and the financials would be adjusted accordingly
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Clean UK driving licence
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Experience in O&M in large scale renewables, ideally battery storage but I’m open to solar, wind and other renewables
Personal skills
The Field Service Engineer / Battery Storage Engineer role would suit someone who is:
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Committed, diligent and who wants to progress
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Happy to travel extensively
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Looking to affect change in the Renewable Energy industry
Salary and benefits of the Field Service Engineer / Battery Storage Engineer role
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£45,000 to £55,000 salary depending on experience
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Company van and fuel card
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Tools
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Phone and laptop
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Full company benefits package
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Potential European travel
