Generator Controls Engineer

AVK-SEG Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in engineering solutions is seeking a Generator Controls Engineer in the United Kingdom. The successful candidate will be responsible for project delivery, ensuring on-time execution and adherence to specifications. A strong background in electrical engineering, especially in generator control systems, is required. The role also involves developing engineering documentation, commissioning control systems, and troubleshooting. Competitive benefits include private health insurance and a performance bonus.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Performance Bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday Off

Pension Plan

Company Vehicle

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of LV and HV schematics and protection systems.
• Hands-on experience with ComAp generator controllers.
• Knowledge of grid protection and interface requirements.
• Familiarity with electrical safety standards, including BS 7671.

Responsibilities

• Develop project-specific engineering documentation.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Commission control systems and conduct performance testing.
• Design, develop, and implement control systems.

Skills

Generator control systems programming

Troubleshooting and problem-solving

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ComAp generator controllers

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

As a Generator Controls Engineer, you will take total responsibility for the implementation of a Successful Project to ensure it is delivered on time, within budget and meets the customer specifications and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Development and creation of project specific engineering documentation.
• Delivery of projects that are on time, within budget, and in accordance with the technical requirements of the contract.
• Be aware of contractual requirements of all Projects, payment milestones and associated requirements, key dates, technical and H&S requirements.
• Commissioning of control systems, performance testing and carry out factory and site acceptance tests on projects when required.
• 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 features.
• 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.

The Generator Controls Engineer will need to be customer focused, self-motivated, comfortable in liaising with customers, suppliers and sub-contractors and used to working within tight deadlines, managing numerous projects running concurrently varying in value.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Commissioning Controls Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical engineering with 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, and circuit breaker switching logic is essential. Familiarity with ComAp generator controllers is also desired.

Qualifications

• 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 + bank holidays
• Birthday Off
• Pension Plan
• Company Vehicle