A Fantastic Engineering Opportunity To Help 'Power The Transition To A Carbon Free Future'
Powersystems is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2027 and beyond.
Are you looking to advance your career with training provided? Do you want to join and established team in an exciting and progressive British business?
We Are Recruiting For an Electrical Engineer
Salary: £40,000 to £75,000 per annum
Job type: Full time and Permanent
This opportunity has arisen from our ongoing success and growth in the renewable energy sector. We are looking for an Electrical Engineer.
As part of the Engineering Team, you will be responsible for managing the technical electrical design interfaces, technical procurement and production of quality processes across a diverse range of electrical HV projects in line with Powersystems' strategy.
Joining Powersystems as an Electrical Engineer means helping to shape the future of clean energy. In return, we'll support your development with qualifications and professional memberships.
Duties and responsibilities of the role include:
Support the Project Engineer and Senior Project Engineer with the project technical electrical deliverables
Manage the electrical engineering interfaces within the project scope to generate equipment layouts, single line diagrams and technical electrical design packages including cable schedules, technical calculations and testing, and commissioning procedures
Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers on design, installation, and commissioning. Manage the procurement process with the Procurement Manager, obtaining competitive tenders from the supply chain and supporting the Procurement Manager with technical submissions and queries. Attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests when required
Co-ordinate with the Design Engineer and Project Engineer to determine roles and responsibilities within the project team
Selection of Design Consultants, Equipment Suppliers and Subcontractors, obtain competitive tenders and submit technical information for subcontract tenders
Review and compile safe systems of work for operational tasks in line with Powersystems Approved Procedures and HV Safety Rules
Produce Non-Conformance Reports on technical deviations
Attend site project coordination meetings and undertake inspections / audits of site works to monitor quality, progress, manage commercial aspects of the project in line with statutory requirements
Provide proactive support and guidance to all parties on compliance with statutory requirements and company standards
Submit project requirements, technical information, programme and scope of works to Powersystems Commissioning Manager to manage the commissioning process
Manage and review simulation studies for generation connections undertaken by other consultants or carried out in-house, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with Engineering Recommendations, the Distribution Code, the Grid Code, and industry standards
Option to undertake HV switching operations, work towards authorisation under the Company's HV rules and develop skills to become an Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP)
Uphold a professional image, contribute to Powersystems' success, and proactively improve services and efficiency.
Embrace and demonstrate the Company's 5 core Principles of: PriorityNo.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive
Here's what you need to be successful in the role:
Degree, HND in Electrical Engineering or similar field, or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience of Electrical Engineering within the High Voltage renewables or utilities industries
Experience with supporting technical electrical engineering projects within the High Voltage renewables or utilities industries
Proven ability of good communication and influence at all levels
Capable of working effectively whilst under pressure
Adept at assessing and identifying compliance shortfalls or engineering opportunities within designs
Able to plan ahead and prioritise workload
Proficient in following business processes whilst managing multiple time pressured tasks
Right to Work within the UK without limitation
Strong organisational, time management, IT (MS Office), and report writing skills, with excellent spoken and written English.
Ability to clearly communicate technical and commercial information, negotiate effectively, and contribute to a dynamic team.
Adaptable, resilient, proactive, willing to travel across the UK with occasional overnight stays, and holds a full UK driving licence.
In return we offer:
Salary: £40,000 to £75,000 Per annum dependent on skills and experience
Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
Company contributory pension scheme
Car allowance or company vehicle
Private health insurance and healthcare cashback plan
25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays
Flexible working arrangements (office/hybrid)
Great training and development opportunities
Holiday purchase scheme
Onsite Gym (Bristol)
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing initiative including our EAP and in house Mental Health First Aiders
Powersystems, an employee-owned business and values the wellbeing and success of all staff. We encourage creativity, idea-sharing, and contributions to our continued success.
We promote an inclusive, diverse environment where everyone feels confident being their authentic self, with a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Offering a positive, professional workplace with excellent support for career development, we welcome those ready to help shape our future.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Next Steps:
We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.
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