The opportunity
Would you like to work for an award-winning company that designs, installs, and maintains MEP services in some of the most prestigious buildings in the Southeast? Darke & Taylor are an established and growing building services engineering company that is committed to sustainable development and investing in the careers of our staff in order that we can continue to deliver excellence to our clients in an age of advancing technology.
Due to growth in our Renewables Department, we currently have an excellent career opportunity for a talented Electrical Engineer to join us.
THE ROLE:
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Lead PV Engineer to join our growing renewable energy team.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a fully qualified electrician with strong solar PV experience, excellent technical knowledge, and the ability to lead installation teams on commercial and domestic projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead and manage solar PV installation teams on-site
- Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of PV systems
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to a high standard
- Support project planning and problem solving on-site
- Liaise with clients, project managers, and suppliers
- Maintain compliance with electrical and industry regulations
- Carry out annual PV/EESS services and maintenance
REQUIREMENTS:
- Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
- 18th Edition qualified
- Experience in solar PV installations
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting abilities
- ECS/CSCS card
- Full UK driving license
- Working at heights
DESIRABLE:
- SolarEdge Installer experience
- SSSTS
- Testing & Inspection qualifications
- Battery storage installation experience
- EV charger installation experience
- IPAF
- Pasma
- Tele handler license
PACKAGE ON OFFER:
- Excellent rates of pay dependent on experience
- Career development training
- Company contribution pension
- Private healthcare and health insurance benefits
- 32 days holiday (incl. 8 bank holidays), plus bonus holiday incentive scheme
- Full-time | 7am-4pm Monday to Friday
- Location Home counties
If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to play a key role in delivering high-quality solar installations, we’d love to hear from you.
