Power Electronics BESS Field Technician – Energy & Carbon

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of integrated microgrid systems within LV/MV networks.

• Serve as the on-site Subject Matter Expert (SME) for power electronics, including inverters, converters, transformers, and protection/control systems.

• Facilitate system integration across photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), electric vehicle (EV) charging, and grid interfaces to ensure seamless interoperability.

• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and safety training to engineers and field technicians.

• Participate in the continuous enhancement of product design, commissioning, and service processes.

• Remain up-to-date with grid codes, standards, and advancements in renewable energy and power electronics technologies.

• Commission and validate MV/LV infrastructure, which includes switchgear, relays, and grid interconnections.

• Conduct Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), performance validation, and ensure adherence to grid standards such as G99.

• Carry out advanced diagnostics, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis on electrical and control systems.

• Configure and optimize Building Management Systems (BMS), Energy Management Systems (EMS), and SCADA systems; execute firmware updates and system tuning.

• Perform preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance on BESS, PV, EV, and LV/MV equipment.

• Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, permits, and all regulatory and company requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with over 2 years of experience as a BESS technician.

• Practical experience with microgrids, BESS, solar photovoltaic, and electric vehicle charging systems.

• In-depth understanding of LV/MV electrical systems, protection schemes, and power electronics.

• Demonstrated experience in commissioning, troubleshooting, and field service within complex energy environments.

• Expertise in preventive and corrective maintenance of BESS equipment.

• Competent in interpreting electrical schematics, protection studies, and technical documentation.

• Familiarity with SCADA, EMS, BMS, and data acquisition/monitoring systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in mechanical and electrical diagnostics.

• Self-driven, adaptable, and effective in dynamic field settings with minimal oversight.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; capable of collaborating with clients, vendors, and teams.

• Solid comprehension of renewable energy systems, particularly energy storage technologies.

• NFPA 70E certification is preferred; proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows operating systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• 25 days of annual leave in addition to bank holidays.

• Competitive contributory pension scheme.

• Life assurance coverage.

• Flexible benefits scheme, which includes options to buy/sell holidays, health checks, dental and eye care, gym memberships, cycle to work programs, gadget discounts, and more.

• Opportunities for internal mobility, mentorships, and access to projects on a global scale.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Generous employee referral scheme.