Overview
This role is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical engineer with knowledge of high, medium, low and extra-low voltage electrical systems and equipment to join the Environment Agency’s Standards and Engineering team as a Senior Electrical Engineer. Expertise relating to control systems design and SCADA / telemetry systems would be beneficial.
Responsibilities
* Influence and shape how the organisation delivers its services by providing technical leadership and support to meet objectives of safe, reliable and sustainable assets and commitments to net zero carbon.
* Manage, develop and maintain electrical engineering standards, including electrical safety rules for electrical systems and equipment, including HV and LV power systems and control systems within assets such as pumping stations, water management and flood defence structures and monitoring sites.
* Develop, deliver and maintain competency and skills guidance for all employees managing or carrying out work on electrical systems and equipment.
* Possess and/or undertake a national incident response role which may be during normal working hours or out of hours.
Team and environment
Join the MEICA Engineering Standards team in Standards and Engineering, within the Flood and Coastal Risk Management Directorate. The team provides technical standards, management and leadership across mechanical, electrical and control system activities and collaborates across the organisation.
Experience/skills Required
* A good working knowledge of the Electricity at Work regulations and BS 7671 IET wiring regulations.
* A good working knowledge of control systems, including the application of IEC 61508, IEC 62061 and BS EN 13489, and telemetry / SCADA systems.
* Knowledge of high and low voltage generation and distribution systems.
* Knowledge and experience in developing and delivering Safe systems of work, risk assessments and method statements.
* Testing and isolation of high and low voltage electrical systems and proving dead.
* Strong understanding of a risk-based approach to electrical maintenance philosophies and implementation, including Failure Mode Effects Analysis, reliability systems and processes.
* Drafting and publishing electrical policy, instructions and guidance.
* Excellent work management, teamwork and communication skills.
Role requirements and diversity
* UK Driving licence
* Current membership of a recognised engineering institution and registration as a Chartered Engineer with the UK Engineering Council, or evidence of working toward registration with a realistic prospect of registration within 12 months.
* We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome flexible working patterns, including job share; please indicate any preferred working arrangements on your application.
* Guaranteed Interview Policy to support applicants with disabilities; we guarantee an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria.
Additional information
* This is a hybrid role with a base location near your home.
* Some travel and overnight stays may be required.
* The Environment Agency is a non-departmental public body sponsored by Defra; for information on supplier opportunities, see government guidance.
* Please note: any references to artificial intelligence in applications must be truthful and from your own experience; plagiarism may lead to disqualification.
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