Position: Lead Electrical Engineer (Commissioning) – Utility Scale PV

Location: East Anglia

Full-Time | 4x per week on site + ability to travel

Salary: £70,000 + benefits

Piper Maddox are working with a renewable energy IPP who have an impressive pipeline across PV and BESS. They boast an extremely talented and lean technical team who have experience developing a strong pipeline across Europe.

As projects in the UK reach energisation, they are seeking a highly skilled Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of large-scale Solar and BESS projects across the UK. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrates strong leadership, and is passionate about renewable energy technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Direct and manage contractors during installation phases, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance at every stage.
• Technical Oversight: Solve complex electrical design issues, validate LV testing certificates, and manage power distribution, SCADA systems, and control wiring diagrams.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain the highest standards in health & safety, compliance, and technical excellence.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project teams, external contractors, and regulatory bodies to ensure smooth project execution.
• Ongoing Site Support: Manage electrical works on operational sites, contributing to continuous improvement and system optimisation.

Skills Required:

• 5+ years of experience in electrical and commissioning roles on utility-scale PV plants, with at least 2 years in a leadership or senior technical role.
• Deep knowledge of electrical systems, power electronics, and circuit design.
• Experience working on large-scale, ground-mounted PV installations.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Please apply to this role if it sounds interesting, and your experience suits it.