Service Technician

Job Ref: HP-3285 Leipzig, Germany Competitive Solar PV Permanent Are you an experienced Electrical Service Technician with a background in Solar PV, electrical maintenance or fault diagnosis? Are you looking for a hands-on role working across operational solar farms, with the opportunity to take ownership of maintenance and technical repairs? If so, please read on… **The Company:** An established German Independent Power Producer (IPP) specialising in utility-scale Solar PV, with an operational portfolio of over 700 MW across Europe. The company owns, operates and manages its solar assets in-house, with continued investment in portfolio expansion, repowering and battery storage (BESS).They are now looking for a PV Service Technician to support the maintenance, performance and reliability of their growing solar portfolio. **The Role:** * Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs across operational Solar PV installations, from rooftop systems to utility-scale solar farms. * Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, including inverter repairs, component replacements and commissioning. * Conduct electrical inspections, measurements and testing in accordance with VDE standards. * Inspect and replace damaged solar modules, ensuring optimal system performance. * Independently manage site visits, maintenance schedules, materials and service documentation, working closely with internal teams and manufacturers. **The Person:** * Qualified Electrician, Electronics Technician or Electrical Service Technician with a strong electrical background. * Experience in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, testing and repairs, ideally within Solar PV. * Knowledge of inverters, electrical components and fault diagnosis; networking and communication systems would be beneficial. * Very good German language skills, basic IT proficiency and a valid Category B driving licence. * Independent, reliable and organised, with a willingness to travel. **Why Apply?** This is an excellent opportunity to join an established renewable energy asset owner and operator, working directly on a substantial portfolio of operational solar farms. You will benefit from: * Company vehicle, available for private use. * Varied, hands-on technical work across Solar PV assets. * The opportunity to work with an experienced in-house O&M team. * Continued professional training and technical development. * Exposure to a growing portfolio with future investment in BESS and repowering projects. If you are an experienced Electrical or PV Service Technician looking for a new opportunity within the German renewable energy market, please apply without delay. ##### **Olivia Goldthorpe** Recruitment Consultant +44 161 240 3690 olivia.goldthorpe@hunterphilips.com