Generator Controls Engineer

AVK-SEG Ltd; Lenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible / hybrid working options

Bonus Scheme

Health Care

Ongoing training and career dev

Job summary

AVK-SEG Ltd. is seeking a Генератор Контролs Engineer within the Power Services team to own the control system implementation for projects. You will ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with customer specifications.

The role involves commissioning, testing, and integrating LV/HV control schemes with ComAp controllers. We value hands-on experience with ComAp InteliGen/InteliSys, knowledge of G99/G59 protection, and willingness to travel for site activities.

Qualifications

• Experience reading LV/HV schematics and protecting schemes.
• Hands-on with ComAp generator controllers and synchronization.
• Knowledge of G99/G59 protections and grid interface.
• Familiarity with generator paralleling and island/grid operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain engineering documentation for projects.
• Deliver projects on time and within contract budget.
• Commission control systems; perform FAT/SAT tests.
• Design and implement control systems for generators and power distribution.
• Read LV/HV schematics for system integration and diagnostics.
• Configure ComAp controllers; manage synchronization and load sharing.
• Collaborate with design, site, and commissioning teams.
• Support site commissioning and FAT/SAT testing of panels.
• Prepare I/O lists, control philosophies, and test protocols.

Skills

LV/HV schematics

ComAp controllers

G99/G59 protection

Generator paralleling

Electrical safety (BS7671/IEC)

Troubleshooting

Independent work

Tools

ComAp InteliGen

ComAp InteliSys

Job description

At AVK we are looking for a Generator Controls Engineer to join our Power Services team.

In this role, you’ll be responsible for taking 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.

About Us

At AVK, we power tomorrow’s data.

We are the largest and fastest-growing supplier of innovative power solutions for data centres, AI infrastructure and leading organisations across the UK and Europe.

As a team, we are transforming the way the data centre industry connects to and consumes energy by developing innovative and sustainable solutions.

Key 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.
• 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.
• 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.

• 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.

• Salary of up to £50,000

• Competitive benefits package
• Flexible / hybrid working options
• Ongoing training and career development
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Health Care
• Bonus Scheme