Field Service Engineer (EV Charging)

TL;DR

Field Service Engineer (EV Charging): Managing the end-to-end installation, commissioning, and maintenance of commercial EV charging infrastructure with an accent on technical fault resolution and compliance with BS 7671 regulations. Focus on delivering high-quality service across commercial sites, ensuring system uptime, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive the transition to electric transport.

Location: Must be based in the UK (Field-based role with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £55,000–£58,000 per year + On Call Payment

Company

A leading UK-based provider of smart EV charging solutions, powering homes, workplaces, and public infrastructure as part of the EDF family.

What you will do

• Support end-to-end project delivery from site surveys and scoping to final commissioning.
• Install and commission AC and DC EV chargers in compliance with BS 7671 standards.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance and reactive repairs to maximize equipment uptime.
• Diagnose complex technical faults on chargers and network connectivity systems.
• Maintain accurate records and snagging reports using digital CMMS tools.
• Participate in a 24/7/365 on-call rota to provide rapid technical support.

Requirements

• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Level 3 NVQ or City and Guilds in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) certification.
• Valid ECS or CSCS card and a full UK driving licence.
• Strong experience in commercial or industrial electrical systems.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.

Nice to have

• Inspection and Testing qualification.
• C and G 2919 EV Installation certification.
• Experience with DC rapid chargers (e.g., ABB, Kempower, Alpitronic).
• Knowledge of OCPP, Modbus, and network architecture.
• Experience with CMMS or helpdesk ticketing systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible hybrid working model with 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Pension scheme with 4.5% matched contribution.
• Life insurance (4x annual salary) and virtual GP access.
• Discounted energy tariffs and hirify.global charger access.
• Generous parental and family leave policies.
• Wellbeing support via the UnMind platform and cycle-to-work scheme.

Hiring process

• Discovery Meeting (30-45 mins).
• Online Assessments.
• Hiring Manager Meeting (60 mins).
• Skills & Experience Interview (60 mins).