Field Maintenance Engineer (Solar, Wind, Energy Systems)

About the role

Ignitis Renewables, part of Ignitis Group, is hiring two Field Maintenance Engineers for a newly developed project in Stelpe, near Riga. You will maintain and repair solar, wind and energy systems, including electrical and mechanical equipment, and join the Ignitis Renewables Latvia team.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and maintain electrical equipment such as inverters, PV modules, cables and connections, transformer substations, distribution and communication cabinets, communication systems and battery systems.
• Maintain and service solar PV plant infrastructure and other engineering utility systems.
• Keep site operation and maintenance documentation up to date.
• Manage contractors and coordinate works on roads, vegetation and grass cutting, and perimeter fencing.
• Carry out planned and emergency repairs on low-voltage and medium-voltage electrical equipment up to 20 kV.

Required profile

• Secondary vocational or higher education in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, Energy Engineering or a related technical field.
• Knowledge of electrical equipment, control systems and electrical safety requirements.
• Knowledge of Latvian national regulations and safety requirements, including MK Regulations and LVS standards.
• Electrical Safety Qualification Group B.
• Category B driving licence.
• Latvian at least B1 and English at A2/B1.
• Ability to work regular hours plus scheduled on-call duty for emergencies.
• Preference for experience in renewable energy systems (wind, solar PV, BESS) and medium-voltage systems up to 35 kV.

What we offer

• Monthly salary of 1,950 to 2,260 EUR gross, with potential of over 20% more (up to 2,712 EUR) through shift-related pay.
• Yearly bonus of up to 10% of annual salary.
• Health insurance after probation, accident insurance from day one, modern workwear and equipment, and extra paid health days.
• Career growth opportunities and shared company cars for work needs.