Power Systems Commissioning Engineer - Marine Power Test Facility

GE Vernova; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Leicester is seeking a Power Systems Commissioning Engineer to join their team. This role is focused on the commissioning and maintenance of marine power systems. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety standards, documentation, and integration of systems. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, specifically in electrical systems, and a British Passport for security clearance. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities to work on unique projects.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive salary

Private Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension Contribution

Qualifications

• Experience with HV/LV Power Systems including switchboards and generators.
• Proven record in commissioning plant and systems.
• Must possess UK Eyes only security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out commissioning and maintenance tasks at the Marine Power Test Facility.
• Producing and maintaining project documentation to the required standards.
• Commissioning switchgear and protective schemes.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HV/LV Power Systems

Commissioning

Documentation

Health and Safety

Education

Relevant qualification in Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Tools

PC/PLC equipment

Job description

Overview

As the Power Systems Commissioning Engineer you will be a key member of the team carrying out commissioning and maintenance tasks at the Marine Power Test Facility. Reporting to the Test & Trials Manager, you will be primarily responsible for the planning, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and documenting of facility infrastructure as well as new equipment and systems to be tested, safely, to defined instructions in preparation for hand-over to the test team. The role will also require ongoing maintenance of power system equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out switching operations and the operation of permit to work, sanction to test and access limitation systems on large projects.
• Produce and maintain documentation to the required standards.
• Install and check all cabling, switchboards, circuit breakers, contactors, transformers, UPS batteries/systems, generators, motors and variable speed drives.
• Commission and full integration of switchgear (including primary and secondary injection) on power system protection schemes, including digital protection relays and AVRs. Service and fault finding on superseded equipment including air, oil and vacuum insulated equipment.
• Commission PC/PLC related protection and power management systems including their associated software. Tune and fault find and set to work, in conjunction with customers and generator suppliers.
• Produce as commissioned documentation in accordance with independently audited Company Quality and Safety Management Systems e.g. BS EN 18001 and Classification Societies e.g. Lloyds Register and DNV.
• Maintain site electrical infrastructure and power system equipment to ensure the smooth running of test programs.
• Maintain competence through training courses and electronic learning in line with company policies.
• A relevant qualification in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or significant experience in a mechanical design engineering environment.
• Familiarity with IEC and marine classification society rules desirable.
• Previous experience of electrical HV/LV Power Systems including switchboards, converters & rotating machines (generators, motors).
• Must have established record of site work & proven record of HV/LV plant and systems commissioning.
• Sole British citizenship with a valid British Passport ("UK Eyes only").
• Possession of or being capable of obtaining SC level security clearance.

Desirable Characteristics

• Experienced with PC/PLC equipment.
• Health and Safety trained.
• Record of HV/MV training and operations.
• This role involves work for customers who manage critical infrastructure; based on customer requirements it will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK SC clearance) as part of the hiring process.

Notes on Vetting

Read more on national security vetting levels. Flexible Working at GE Vernova: We know that life doesn’t fit into a one-size-fits-all schedule. We support flexible working, adaptable start and finish times or compressed hours where possible. We trust our people to manage their work in a way that suits them while delivering results on world-first projects. We’re always looking for top talent! If this role isn’t quite right, but you’re interested in joining GE Vernova, we can support you to understand where your skills could help. Get in touch today and become part of a team shaping the future of power conversion technology!

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Benefits

• Challenging and exciting world-first projects.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Competitive salary.
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits include: 10% Employer Pension Contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance and Life Assurance.
• 26 days vacation + bank holidays.