Field Service Engineer (Solar Power / Generators)

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  • Location: England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Engineering
  • Salary: £35000 - £40000 per annum + 33 Days Holiday + Optional Overtime
  • Published: 17 February 2026

Field Service Engineer (Solar Power / Generators)

**Training provided on the 18th edition qualification**

£35,000 – £40,000 + 33 Days Holiday + Optional Overtime + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card + Tools Provided + Training + Benefits

East Midlands / East Anglia Patch

Are you a Field Service Engineer with experience working on generators and are now looking to join an innovatiave company delivering hybrid solar power solutions to off-grid sites across the UK?

Do you enjoy fault-finding across electrical and mechanical systems, working independently on live customer sites, and are now looking for an opportunity where you can be supported to achieve your 18th edition?

The company design and manufacture solar hybrid power systems that combine solar PV, battery storage, inverter/charger technology, and integrated backup generators with remote monitoring capabilities.

Supporting a growing hire fleet and customer base, they provide reliable off-grid energy solutions across multiple sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Field Service Engineer who enjoys working with modern hybrid power technology, with training and development available in renewable and battery-based systems.

The Role:

  • Service and repair solar hybrid generator units on customer sites, including PPM servicing and breakdown response
  • Carry out load testing and run testing with a strong first-time fix focus
  • Diagnose and repair diesel generator and engine systems
  • Troubleshoot AC and DC electrical faults using wiring diagrams and systematic fault-finding techniques
  • Complete accurate job reports, maintain van stock and tools, and feedback recurring faults to engineering teams

The Person:

  • Proven experience working on diesel generators, plant equipment, or similar engine-driven assets
  • Confident electrical fault-finding ability with AC / DC experience
  • Full UK driving licence

Job reference: BBBH24017

Key words: Solar Power, Renewables, Generators, OEM, Solar, Field, Service, PPM, Breakdowns, Maintenance, Travel, East Midlands, East Anglia

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset.

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