Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer – Solar, BESS & New Technologies

London / Hybrid

Up to £50,000 + Bonus

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

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 xwzovoh 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.