Electrical Engineer (Power Generation)

Imperial Recruitment Group; Romford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary performance-based bonus

26 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance

Group Income Protection Scheme

Life Assurance

Flexible working

Training and Development

Job summary

Imperial Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our regional operations in the UK. Based in the South West and field-based, you will support maintenance, testing and projects across our engine fleet while ensuring compliance with IEE and UK standards.

You will lead electrical fault finding, HV switching operations and control system improvements, collaborating with the Operations team to keep assets safe, reliable and compliant.

Qualifications

• Operational Electrical Engineer with significant experience.
• City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical qualification.
• Experience with Control Systems and fault finding.
• Experience managing small electrical projects.
• VSD experience.
• Experience reading electrical schematics.
• Experience with HV, LV and ELV circuits.
• Energy and embedded power generation industry experience is advantageous.
• Full driving licence for field sites.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the Operations team with electrical activity including troubleshooting, fault finding, maintenance and project work.
• Carry out testing, inspection and rectification on electrical equipment across the engine fleet.
• Assemble, install, test, certify and maintain electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
• Plan and carry out small projects with Operations Support.
• Install and maintain three phase and single‑phase control circuits for motors, pumps and fans.
• Carry out periodic thermography checks in line with CMMS.
• Modify electrical control panels and update drawings.
• Inspect systems to identify hazards and ensure compliance with codes of practice.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and modify PLC software and control systems.
• Manage HV switching and network management.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Fault finding

Maintenance

HV Switching operations

Safety compliance

Reading schematics

Autonomous work

Project work

Team collaboration

Education

City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical qualification

Tools

PLC fault finding

SCADA

VSD

Control panels

Electrical drawings

Thermography equipment

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager

Based in: South West - (Field Based)

Salary: Negotiable - Whilst all salaries are graded, Sembcorp are keen to attract, retain and develop the highest calibre of colleague. The company also offer a market leading benefits package and annual bonus.

Position overview:

As the Electrical Engineer for the region, you will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager and support the Operations team with any electrical related activity, this could be troubleshooting, fault finding, maintenance, HV Switching operations, installations and project work ensuring that all work carried out meets IEE and British Standards.

You will be expected to demonstrate the appropriate behaviours and commitment towards health and safety to ensure we maintain our first‑class safety culture.

Key responsibilities:

• Support the team who are made up of mechanically biased engineers
• Act as the electrical expert for the region with a hands‑on approach
• Carry out testing, inspection and rectification works on electrical equipment across our fleet of engines and associated equipment
• Assemble, install, test, certify and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures
• Plan and carry out small projects in conjunction with the Operations Support team
• Install and maintain three phase and single‑phase control circuits for motors, pumps and fans (VSD, P&IDs and Instrumentation)
• Carry out planned condition monitoring Thermography checks in line with our CMMS
• Modify electrical control panels and update drawings
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes of practice
• Trouble shoot a wide range of PLC’s where necessary
• Modify PLC software and various control systems
• HV switching, HV network management
• OT System rectification - (HV, LV, PLC, SCADA and communications systems) and collaboration between Digital team and Flex operations, ensuring compliance with Digital policies
• BESS - Understanding of BESS technologies.
• Control of contractors and key service providers.
• Monitor, adjust and identify faults as required
• Schedule and undertake periodic maintenance on all electrical equipment, components, and installations
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working order to prevent disruption of activities
• Recommend replacement for old or faulty electrical components or fittings to the management team
• Work in collaboration with the Mechanical & Operations team
• Manage PPM
• Support the company in increasing profitability by managing resources efficiently and making necessary recommendations
• Consider and produce designs for control systems or electrical installations that comply with 18th Electrical Regulations, UK good practice and ensure they are fit for purpose
• Able to identify continuous improvement ideas and on approval execute accordingly
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team

To be considered for the role you will have:

• Significant experience as an operational Electrical Engineer is essential
• City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical qualification is required
• Prior experience of Control Systems and control panels including fault finding is a must
• Previous experience of managing small electrical based projects is essential
• VSD experience is a must
• Experience of reading and interpreting electrical schematics is essential
• Experience with HV, LV and ELV Circuits is required
• Energy and embedded power generation (Gas peaking plant and BESS) industry experience would be advantageous
• Previous experience of working with Thermography equipment and carrying out inspections is preferred
• Full driving licence, as operational sites are located throughout Great Britain
• Right to work in the UK is essential

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary depending on experience
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Private Health Insurance
• Group Income Protection Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working
• Training and Development

Imperial Recruitment Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process