AVK-SEG, Maidstone, England, United Kingdom
Generator Controls Engineer – Join our engineering team!
As a Generator Controls Engineer, you will take total responsibility for the implementation of projects to ensure they are delivered on time, within budget, and meet customer specifications and expectations. You must be customer‑focused, self‑motivated, comfortable liaising with customers, suppliers and sub‑contractors, and used to working within tight deadlines while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
We are seeking a skilled and experienced commissioning controls engineer with a solid background in electrical engineering, a strong focus on generator control systems programming, and control systems integration. A good working knowledge of low‑voltage (LV) and high‑voltage (HV) electrical schematics, generator control systems, circuit breaker switching logic, and familiarity with ComAp generator controllers is essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and create project‑specific engineering documentation.
* Deliver projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with technical requirements.
* Adhere to contractual requirements, payment milestones, technical and H&S requirements.
* Commission control systems, perform performance testing, and carry out factory and site acceptance tests.
* Design, develop, and implement control systems for generator, power distribution and fuel delivery applications.
* Read and interpret LV and HV electrical schematics for system integration and fault diagnostics.
* Configure and troubleshoot ComAp generator controllers, including synchronization, load sharing and remote monitoring.
* Implement and test circuit breaker switching logic, interlocks and protection schemes.
* Collaborate with electrical design engineers, site engineers, and commissioning teams to deliver fully integrated control solutions.
* Support site commissioning and FAT/SAT testing of control panels and generator systems.
* Prepare detailed technical documentation, including I/O lists, control philosophies and test protocols.
Required Skills
* Strong understanding of LV and HV schematics, switchgear control and protection systems.
* Hands‑on experience with ComAp generator controllers (InteliGen, InteliSys, etc.).
* Knowledge of G99 / G59 grid protection and interface requirements.
* Familiarity with generator paralleling, islanded and grid‑connected operation.
* Working knowledge of electrical safety standards, including BS 7671 and IEC standards.
* Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Willingness to travel to customer sites for commissioning and support activities.
Desirable Skills
* Experience with remote monitoring platforms and Modbus/TCP/IP or other industrial communications protocols.
* Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for reviewing and editing schematics.
* Certification in electrical safety or HV switching operations.
* Knowledge of renewable energy systems or hybrid power solutions.
Benefits
* Private Health Insurance
* Performance Bonus
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Birthday Off
* Pension Plan
* Company Vehicle
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Contract
Job Function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Construction
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