Electrical Engineer

Sumitomo Electric; Inverness; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical and electronics manufacturing sector is seeking an Electrical Engineer in Inverness. The role involves managing electrical equipment for manufacturing processes, leading a crafts team, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and significant experience in electrical engineering within heavy industry. This position offers opportunities for training and networking with the Japanese headquarters.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in electrical engineering in heavy industry.
• Knowledge of 18th Edition IEE Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical equipment related to manufacturing processes.
• Oversee electrical repairs and maintenance activities.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize efficiency.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Troubleshooting

Planning

Resource Management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

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Position at SUMITOMO ELECTRIC U.K. POWER CABLES LTD.

Description

Role Purpose

Manage electrical equipment related to manufacturing processes, support project engineering for new process developments, and lead the electrical crafts team supported by the Maintenance superintendent.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee electrical repairs and maintenance activities for all site equipment and facilities, including LV and HV systems.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and company standards regarding Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety requirements.
• Assist in designing, procuring, testing, and commissioning equipment and machinery for the new submarine power cable plant.
• Support electrical maintenance once the plant is operational, including reactive and planned activities.
• Develop and approve electrical maintenance procedures and asset management systems prior to plant operation.
• Allocate electrical craft resources efficiently to maximize plant availability and product quality.
• Lead root cause investigations to eliminate failures.
• Provide technical guidance to electrical technicians and oversee staff performance and development.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize efficiency, including corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance.
• Plan, budget, and schedule facility modifications, collaborating closely with colleagues in the UK and Japan.
• Maintain ISO standards and collaborate with external consultants and SMEs for facility-related work.
• Estimate workload resources and timescales, produce uptime/downtime trends, and engineer solutions to known problems.

Preferred Knowledge / Skills / Experiences

• Degree in engineering or equivalent experience at an engineering-management level.
• Proven success in a similar role, with significant experience in electrical engineering in heavy industry.
• Experience with electrical major construction projects is advantageous.
• Knowledge of 18th Edition IEE Regulations.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering concepts and PLC programming experience.
• Excellent troubleshooting, planning, and resource management skills.

Other Information

• Position primarily based in Inverness, with some travel, including overseas.
• Later based in Easter Ross during main equipment installation.
• Training and networking opportunities with the Japanese headquarters.

About Our Project in Port Of Nigg, Highland

Sumitomo Electric’s new factory aims to support UK’s Net Zero targets by producing high-voltage transmission cables, creating over 150 jobs, and contributing to renewable energy infrastructure.

About Sumitomo Electric Group

A global leader in technology with over 290,000 employees, engaged in automotive, electronics, energy, and industrial materials sectors. Visit our websites and social media for more information.

Additional Details

• Level: Mid-Senior
• Type: Full-time
• Industry: Electrical & Electronics Manufacturing