Field Services Engineer

Envision Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy company is seeking a Field Services Engineer to assist in the development and maintenance of battery energy storage systems. The role involves site visits, troubleshooting, and customer support. Candidates should have experience in electrical contracting, a positive attitude towards health and safety, and a full UK driving license. This full-time position is based in Manchester, with opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical contracting or construction.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Desirable knowledge of renewables and battery storage installations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with device research and testing protocols.
• Develop operation and maintenance functions.
• Troubleshoot operational issues.
• Perform start-up and commissioning services at customer locations.

Skills

H & S knowledge and experience

Excellent problem solving

Ability to organize and prioritize

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

City and guilds electrical certification level 3 NVQ

18th edition of the BS7671 2382-18 EAL

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Job Title: Field Services Engineer – Battery Energy Storage Systems

About Envision

Envision Energy is the only 100% fully integrated OEM for utility-scale energy storage systems. As pioneers in the industry, we manufacture our own cells (AESC), DC storage systems, bi-directional inverters (PCS), transformers, PPC, EMS, and SCADA. We then connect these components seamlessly to construct power plants fuelled by batteries, displacing traditional coal and gas generators. This shift enables sustainable viability for renewable energy sources like solar and wind.

About the Role

A (BESS) Field Service Engineer assists with device research and testing protocols; writes battery testing schedules; installs production equipment or systems. Data collection, analysis, statistical understanding, writing and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Prepares contracts, disclosures, applications, procedural documents, and technical reports. Carries out planned and unplanned maintenance.

The role will work extensively with other stakeholders within the (BESS) team, including MEP, Development, and Construction to ensure that any factors that impact the effective operation of our BESS assets are understood and actively managed.

Regular site visits will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Adopting a culture of HSE excellence within both your own team and company.
• Develop an Operation and Maintenance function to fulfil our asset management and O&M objectives as our asset base grows.
• Ensure to deliver O&M services for BESS assets and develop to ensure effective and efficient delivery of works.
• Take responsibility for ensuring that operational and technical escalations are managed in line with regulatory, contractual & commercial obligations.
• Troubleshoot operational issues with our O&M service team and technical partners to identify and resolve issues.
• Identifying areas of need for improvement and further optimisation of the system to enhance further efficiency.
• Assist with phone support and remote diagnostics to customers.
• Maintain Envision – Energy Storage Systems to a high standard by carrying out annual PPM checks, annual capacity tests and reactive works.
• Responsible for always working in a safe manner.
• Provide phone support and remote diagnostics to customers.
• Keep up to date with administrative duties such as time sheets, daily vehicle checks and providing daily job logs and reports, describing issues and actions taken during the service trips.
• Troubleshoot equipment located at customer sites.
• Perform start-up and commissioning services at customer locations (SAT).
• Assist the in-house system engineering group in product development and/or project work.
• Provide suggestions based on field experiences to improve products.
• Prepare and perform customer training at Envision as well as customer facilities (if required).
• Initial office location will be closest site to your home.
• Company vehicle will be provided after 6 months of training and certification of Envision systems.
• Pool car will be available with the team for the first period for travelling from site to site as accompanied with specialist team.
• The position requires the ability to travel within Great Britain.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Qualifications & Experience

• H & S knowledge and experience within electrical installation projects (RAMS / SHEQ / CDM)
• Previous experience in an Electrical Contracting / Construction environment/Mechanical
• Desirable knowledge of electrical works BS7671 such as renewables, Battery storage, Electric Vehicle Charge Point, PV, Installations etc.
• 18th edition of the BS7671 2382-18 EAL / IEE installation regulations.
• City and Guilds electrical certification level 3 NVQ, 5357 EAL, 2357-13 EAL or equivalent
• ECS card registered with the IEC
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Packages
• Able to organize and prioritise to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem solving
• Full UK driving license

Personal Attributes

• A positive attitude towards Health, Safety, Wellbeing, Environment and Quality Assurance (RAMS/SHEQ/CDM)
• Team Player with the ability to impart knowledge and share experience.
• Well organised, ability to multitask.
• Promotes service excellence and collaborative behaviours for success, in the spirit of teamwork.
• The ability to build and maintain customer / client relationships to ensure customers / clients are delighted and future growth opportunities.
• Leads by example.
• Logical thinker who is adept at problem solving
• Demonstrable approach to self-development and eager to develop and progress your career in a fast-growing company.
• Equipped to hit the ground running and deliver results at pace, while maintaining poise.
• Curious about new ideas and able to translate them into viable plans.
• Resilient and responsive to change.
• Strong situational judgement and risk management skills.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other
• Industries
• Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing