Service Engineers - HV

UK Wide (Field-Based – England & Wales)
Permanent | Competitive + Vehicle + Benefits

Leaving the Forces? Read This First.

If you’re coming from a military engineering background and looking to move into the energy sector, this is a strong next step but there is a minimum technical requirement.

You must hold NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

This is essential due to the nature of the work on high-voltage infrastructure.

Resettlement Opportunity Available

If you’re still in service, we can support a 2–3 week placement during your resettlement period, where you will:

• Get hands-on exposure to HV environments
• Work alongside experienced engineers
• Understand systems, processes, and expectations
• Build real, site-based experience before committing

This gives both you and the business confidence before a permanent move.

What the Role Looks Like

You’ll be working as a field-based Service Engineer, supporting:

• HV/MV switchgear and transformers (415V–400kV)
• Sites across power generation, T&D, and industrial environments

This role involves:

• UK-wide travel
• Staying away during the week
• Working independently and within small teams

What You’ll Be Doing

• Maintenance, inspection, and servicing of HV electrical equipment
• Supporting reliability of critical infrastructure
• Working to RAMS, permits, and isolation procedures
• Completing accurate documentation and reporting
• Operating safely in high-risk environments

What Transfers Well From the Military

You’ll be well suited if you have experience in:

• Electrical maintenance (plant, vehicles, aircraft, or systems)
• Power generation or distribution
• Working in structured, safety-critical environments
• Following strict procedures and documentation

What You’ll Need

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical (or equivalent qualification)
• Hands-on electrical engineering experience
• Strong understanding of safety and compliance
• Willingness to travel and stay away during the week

Desirable:

• Experience in HV / utilities / industrial environments
• HNC in Electrical Engineering

Why This Role Works

• Clear transition from military engineering into energy infrastructure
• Opportunity to gain hands-on HV experience
• Structured environment with strong safety culture
• Long-term progression within a growing sector

What You Get

• Company vehicle
• Competitive salary + flexible benefits
• Pension (up to 8% employer contribution)
• 25 days holiday + wellbeing days
• Private medical + EAP support
• Ongoing development

Straight Talking

This isn’t entry-level.

If you’ve got the Level 3 electrical foundation and you’re used to working in disciplined, safety-critical environments, this is a very strong move into a long-term civilian career.