Electrical Engineer / Project Manager – Solar & Grid Infrastructure
Location: Durham (with national travel)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Benefits
- Car allowance
- Pension
- Electric vehicle scheme
- Holiday progression
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer / Project Manager to join our growing project delivery team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering renewable energy projects across the UK, including rooftop solar, utility-scale solar farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and providing technical oversight of electrical installations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
The role is based in Durham with regular travel to sites nationwide and occasional overnight stays.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the electrical installation and commissioning of rooftop solar, solar farm, and BESS projects.
- Coordinate and oversee LV and HV electrical infrastructure, including transformers, substations, and grid connections.
- Support the design and development of electrical grid infrastructure for:
- Front-of-the-meter grid-connected PV and BESS projects.
- Behind-the-meter private wire renewable energy systems.
- Manage the integration and commissioning of SCADA systems and site CCTV infrastructure.
- Liaise with DNOs, ICPs, contractors, consultants, and internal project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
- Assist with the pricing and commercial evaluation of HV/LV electrical works, including contract variations.
- Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support during project planning and construction.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, grid requirements, and health & safety regulations.
- Support project commissioning, testing, and final handover.
Required Experience & Skills
- Proven experience managing electrical installations on solar, solar farm, and/or BESS projects.
- Strong understanding of LV and HV electrical infrastructure within renewable energy projects.
- Experience with SCADA systems and site monitoring technologies.
- Knowledge of grid infrastructure design for renewable energy connections.
- Experience supporting private wire and grid-connected PV & BESS systems.
- Ability to price and evaluate HV/LV electrical works and project variations.
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent communication and project management abilities.
- Willingness to travel throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays.
Desirable
- Experience working on grid-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
- Experience with ICPs, EPC contractors, or renewable energy developers.
- Degree or professional qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Project management certification such as PRINCE2 or PMP.
What We Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing renewable energy business delivering major clean energy infrastructure projects across the UK. You'll be part of an ambitious team working on innovative solar and energy storage developments with opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
Location: Durham (with UK-wide travel)
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Benefits
- Car allowance
- Pension
- EV scheme
- Holiday progression
To Apply
Please apply via Indeed with your up-to-date CV.
INDRETRO
Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: On the road
