Technical Engineer (Design) - Warrington
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Hybrid
Company Profile
One of the UK's most accomplished multi utility consultancy companies with a reputation for finding the best solutions to complex utility infrastructure challenges. They focus on the needs of our clients and passionately believe delivery and service is paramount.
Their wide-ranging capabilities covering all utility sectors allows us to provide our clients with a complete and comprehensive utility infrastructure solution from concept to completion
Position summary
We are seeking a skilled Technical Engineer to join our team working under the Technical Director on innovative utility infrastructure solutions tailored for Data Centre grid connections and integrated renewable energy solutions.
As a Technical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, procuring, implementing, and optimising utility systems to reduce connection timescales, enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, conducting technical assessments, analysing energy consumption patterns, and proposing innovative solutions aligned with our client's net-zero and renewable energy objectives.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in engineering, particularly in energy systems, data centre infrastructure, and sustainable technologies, coupled with excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for driving initiatives and alternative solutions.
Role
▪ Collaborate with the Technical Director and cross-functional teams to develop and implement utility solutions.
▪ Conduct technical assessments and analysis to identify opportunities for optimising connections and integrating renewable energy or battery storage sources.
▪ Produce and submit technical documents for grid connection applications to NGESO.
▪ Design and engineer innovative utility systems and infrastructure upgrades to enhance options.
▪ Utilise modelling and simulation tools where required to evaluate the performance of proposed solutions and assess their impact on operational metrics and any environmental goals.
▪ Work closely with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders to procure and implement systems including renewable energy technologies and energy storage.
▪ Provide technical expertise and support for the deployment, testing, and commissioning of utility systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
▪ Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in renewable energy, data centre infrastructure, and sustainable engineering, and apply insights to drive innovation.
Qualifications & Experience
▪ Bachelor's degree in engineering or time-served experience.
▪ Experience in technical engineering roles, with a focus on energy systems, data centre infrastructure, or renewable energy technologies.
▪ Strong knowledge of utility systems, power distribution, and energy management principles (132kV and above preferable).
▪ Familiarity with renewable energy sources, energy storage technologies, and sustainable design practices.
▪ Familiarity in modelling and simulation software and data analysis tools.
▪ Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and clients.
▪ Passion for engineering and innovation and commitment to driving change
If you feel you have the necessary skills to fulfil this vacancy please apply or reach out to (url removed)
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