Solar Engineer (Installations)

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  • Location: Newquay, Cornwall
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Salary: £35000 - £45000 per annum + van, overtime, progression
  • Published: 23 March 2026

Solar Engineer (Installations)

£35,000-£45,000 + Overtime + Training + Progression + Company Vehicle + Great Benefits

Newquay, Cornwall

Are you an Solar Engineer looking to step into a leading, expanding renewables company who will invest in your training and development, offer you a clear path for progression as well as overtime to boost your earnings?

On offer is the opportunity to join a company at the forefront of the renewable energy sector offering solutions that positively impact the environment. They are currently experiencing a great period of expansion due to the exponential increase of the industry demands. They are looking for someone to join their tight-knit team and allow them to continue sustaining that increase in demand.

In this role, you will be responsible for travelling to commercial sites to assist with the electrical installation of solar PV. You will also be responsible for wiring, troubleshooting and ensuring all the components meet the compliance standards. Finally, you will be required to keep activity reports.

This role would suit an Installation Electrician or similar, with a background working with solar panels, looking to join a business who will invest in their training and career development as well as overtime to boost their earnings.

The Role:

  • Travel to sites for solar PV installations
  • Performance analysis of equipment
  • Report recording

The Person:

  • Installation Electrician or similar
  • Solar PV background
  • Commutable to Wadebridge, Cornwall

Keywords: Installation Electrician, Electrical Engineer, Electrical Installer, Renewable Energy, Solar, PV, Wind, PPM, Maintenance, 18th Edition, Wadebridge, Plymouth, Cornwall, Newquay, Solar PV installer, Bodmin, Renewables

Reference: BBBH24522

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

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