Generator Controls Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working options

Health care

Bonus scheme

Training & career development

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

AVK is seeking a Generator Controls Engineer to join the Power Services team. You will take responsibility for implementing projects to meet customer specs, on time and within budget.

The role involves designing and commissioning control systems, reading LV/HV schematics, configuring ComAp controllers, and collaborating with engineers and commissioning teams. Willingness to travel to sites and provide FAT/SAT testing.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of LV and HV schematics, switchgear control, and protection systems.
• Hands-on experience with ComAp generator controllers (InteliGen, InteliSys).
• Knowledge of G99 / G59 grid protection and interface requirements.
• Familiarity with generator paralleling, islanded and grid-connected operation.
• Working knowledge of 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.

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.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent working

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Tools

ComAp generator controllers (InteliGen, 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

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

• 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