Package
Permanent role from day one
Gateshead location
Salary circa £60K
25 days holiday plus statutory
Flexible start times
Bonus scheme
5% match pension
The Business
Westray Recruitment Group is seeking to recruit a Project Engineer specialising in Substation Automation for our client based in Gateshead. You will be skilled with SCADA systems and work with a market‑leading company that delivers reliable products and solutions to the Power Utilities sector, including renewable energy integration.
The Role
* Interpret clients’ requirements, design, engineer, integrate, test and deliver the solution in a professional and timely manner.
* Interface with customers on all technical elements and schedules.
* Produce specifications / drawings and agree with customers.
* Drive projects to achieve on‑time delivery within budget.
* Engage with subcontractors and external suppliers for project delivery.
* Project engineering, configuration, integration and testing.
* Comply with the QHSE procedures and responsibilities of the Company.
* Design, install, commission and maintain PLC, SCADA and HMI systems in automation projects.
* Integrate and configure software, hardware, communications and external devices.
* Assist in the preparation and approvals of bills of materials and manufacturing drawings and interface with suppliers where necessary.
* Undertake FAT, SAT, site installation and commissioning activities where required.
* Prepare project documentation such as design specifications, factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests and operation and maintenance manuals.
* Participate in project meetings and assist in activity scheduling.
* Develop additional engineering skills and expertise to support the Company’s delivery of full turnkey Substation Automation Systems and advanced Smart Grid solutions.
* Deliver external training on products and tools.
The Person
* ONC/HNC in Electrical / Electronic / Software Engineering, or related subject.
* Proven track record of delivering projects, preferably within SCADA and Automation sectors; ideally within the LV/MV/HV Electricity Transmission & Distribution Industry.
* Knowledge of communications systems and SCADA protocols such as Modbus, DNP, and IEC 61850.
* Experience with implementing PLC logic.
* Experience configuring Zenon HMI is advantageous.
* Software and IT systems background would be advantageous.
* Understanding of substation protection schemes, relays and their operation is desirable.
* Knowledge of Smart Grid applications is desirable.
* Willing to travel within the UK (10–20%) for site testing and commissioning work.
To Apply
Please send your updated CV to Tony Hutchinson or apply directly by calling Westray Recruitment Group.
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