Senior Power Systems Engineer (894653) London, England
Salary: | Competitive |
The Role:
General Description includes electrical design and power system analysis of assigned deliverables in a project including specific complex deliverables such as power generation systems, substation & power distribution systems and lighting & grounding systems. Work includes, among other things, conceptual studies, cost and planning studies, layouts, voltage drop calculations, specification development and electrical single line diagrams. Maintains and promotes a focus on DORIS’ end product whether engineering, fabrication or construction. Ensures effective communications among other engineering disciplines. Ensures effective management of change. Assumes responsibility for cost, schedule, and quantity and budget control.
This is a 3 months contract opportunity with a potential to extend.
Scope of Responsibilities and Duties:
▪ Provide Electrical Engineering services on Energy projects, including Offshore Wind Farms, with project report to the Principal Electrical Engineer.
▪ Is able to make sizing calculations of electrical equipment and components.
▪ Is able to prepare electrical specifications for materials and simple equipment.
▪ Is able to contribute to offshore and onshore integration of renewable energy.
▪ Check the work of peers, Engineers and Graduate Engineers prior to transmittal to clients.
▪ Submits work for checking by others in the Electrical Engineering Team as assigned by the Principal Engineer.
▪ Proficiently use power system simulation and analysis tools: PSSE, ETAP, DigSILENT etc.
▪ Co-ordinate and analyse outputs from power systems in spreadsheets and/or visualisation tools.
▪ Carry out power system studies – Load Flow analysis, Short Circuit, Protection Coordination, Voltage Stability, Reactive Power, Harmonic, Compliance Studies etc.
▪ Good understanding of power system modelling and analysis.
▪ Good understanding of the UK Grid Code and EU Grid Code.
▪ Working knowledge of Transmission & distribution networks (from Low Voltage to Extra High voltage).
▪ Analyse equipment data, prepare calculations, and single line drawings.
▪ Must be able to determine the detailed aspects of an electrical distribution system.
▪ Present work to clients regularly in a neat a concise manner.
▪ Desirable to be conversant with hazardous area concepts, equipment and area assignment and classification.
▪ Pro-actively resolve design problems with vendors and third parties.
▪ Report on a regular basis to the Principal or Project Engineer on work progress, input requirements, work holds and potential resolutions.
▪ Shows flexibility and ensures proper hand-over with regards to:
o The reassignment to other departments.
o The replacement of colleagues during illness and holidays.
o The provision of assistance to other colleagues with heavy workload (also other projects) when possible/desirable.
o The managing/learning of current/future working methods and software applications.
▪ Works according to company/project standards, procedures and specifications.
Qualifications: Engineering Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Competencies & Soft Skills:
▪ Commercial awareness
▪ Detail conscientious
▪ High tolerance for uncertainty, results orientation
▪ Strong work ethic
▪ Ability to multi-task
▪ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
▪ Good report writing skills essential
▪ Confident and outgoing individual
▪ Team player, self-starter and problem solver i.e. "Can -do" attitude
▪ Strong IT literacy
▪ Flexible to travel in UK and working away from base office
Safety and Environmental Related Tasks:
▪ Contribute towards compliance with the Safety Case and all subsidiary SHEQ documents.
▪ Leading by example to maintain a strong SHEQ culture through visible safety leadership.
▪ Ensuring sufficient capability and competence of third part suppliers and staff to deliver operations management.
▪ Ensure the implementation of adequate Health, Safety and Environmental work practices, procedures and methods to meet all statutory requirements and the Company SHEQ Management System.
Your Application
We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in this vacancy. Your application will be carefully considered during the initial screening process. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applicants we are unable to personally respond to everyone that applies but we will contact you if you are selected to progress in the recruitment process.
DORIS Group is an equal opportunities employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
To comply with immigration legislation, DORIS Group is legally required to verify your right to work in the UK.
Candidates requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside other applicants. Appointments will be based upon DORIS GROUP being able to provide evidence that there are no other suitable candidates for this vacancy within the EU/EEA or the role is listed on The Shortage Occupation List.
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