Field Service Engineer
Location: Manchester / Bristol / North London / Sheffield
Salary: c£45k - £50k neg dep exp + vehicle + benefits
Our client is a leading developer and asset manager of utility scale energy storage solutions. Due to continued success and an ongoing programme of strategic growth as the UK strives to achieve net zero emission levels, they are now seeking to recruit a number of multi-skilled field service engineer professionals to undertake PPM and reactive breakdown repair and commissioning activities on a range of energy storage units at BESS sites throughout the UK (with positions available in Manchester, Sheffield, Bristol, and North London).
Responsibilities:
Reporting to the OM Manager, the successful candidates will be tasked with:
1. Fault finding, diagnosis, and repair duties.
2. PPM and continuous improvement exercises on a range of equipment.
3. Maintaining Energy Storage Systems to a high standard by carrying out regular inspection and maintenance.
4. Performing annual capacity tests, troubleshooting, and reactive maintenance as necessary.
5. Implementing system software and firmware upgrades when required.
6. Overseeing all aspects of operation performance monitoring and data assessment.
7. Providing telephone technical support and remote diagnostics to customers.
8. Attending BESS sites and undertaking repairs at customer premises when remote support fails.
Other Duties:
1. Managing spare parts and vehicle inventory.
2. Working safely and ensuring compliance with local safety regulations and relevant standards (e.g., BS7671).
3. Conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary safety measures.
4. Keeping up to date with administrative duties such as timesheets, daily vehicle checks, and providing accurate daily job reports detailing issues and actions taken during service trips.
5. Assisting with the in-house system engineering group in product development and/or project work.
6. Providing suggestions based on field experience to improve the product portfolio.
Qualifications:
It is envisaged that the successful candidates will be qualified to at least C&G2391 Inspection and Test / HNC level or above in a relevant electrical / electro-mechanical discipline and demonstrate at least 3 years' experience of working in a multi-skilled maintenance or service capacity. Good IT skills (MS Suite) and an understanding of networking and remote desktop connections are required. A full UK driving licence is essential as the role involves travelling to different sites around the UK, with overnight stays or international travel potentially required.
Previous knowledge and experience of working on BESS sites will be advantageous, as will a working knowledge of HV/LV power electronics including inverters, converters, transformers, and previous HVAC training and F-Gas qualifications (training can be provided).
Contact the Service Team at Premier Technical Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV in confidence for further details. #J-18808-Ljbffr