Senior Electrical Engineer

MSP Technologies Ltd; Holme; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MSP Limited is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer (C&I) to lead a small specialist team of Software and Embedded Engineers, developing robust BESS control and EMS functionality. You will assess existing control strategies and create new ones, integrating devices with varied protocols while emphasising safety and reliability.

The role involves project leadership from pre-sale to handover, ensuring designs comply with standards and delivering expert guidance on C&I topics across client networks.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Controls & Instrumentation.
• Proficient with PLC, CAN, MODBUS, SCADA.
• Strong understanding of hybrid power systems, inverters and energy storage technologies.
• Proven ability to lead a small team of engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed team of controls engineers and software developers.
• Assess and appraise existing control strategies.
• Create new control strategies based on project briefs.
• Integrate multiple devices with differing protocols.
• Focus on safety, reliability and compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC

CAN

MODBUS

SCADA

Inverters

Energy storage systems

Job description

MSP Limited is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer (C&I) to develop robust and reliable BESS control and EMS functionality. The candidate must will be responsible for a small but specialist team of Software and Embedded Engineers, developing complex controls for system level and EMS.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed team of controls engineers and software developers
• Assess and appraise existing control strategies
• Create new control strategies based on a project/product brief
• Integration of multiple devices with differing protocols
• Focus on safety systems and reliability
• Identify and implement security measures for internal and external networks
• Mange complex client networks
• Ensure new and existing designs comply with relevant standards, safety protocols and compliance requirements
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on C&I related topics
• Identify and appraise new and existing components for suitability, durability and cost
• Provide support and training to members within the controls and software team
• Prepare and own technical documentation to support the control designs
• Lead projects from pre-sale to handover
• Identify and perform test procedures to validate designs
• Troubleshoot issues and faults in the factory and in the field
• Draw on previous experience to provide solutions to design issues

Relationships

Internal Stakeholders

• Control / Software Engineers – Coordinate on implementing control algorithms (e.g., PID) and integrating them into embedded systems.
• Test Engineers – Partner to develop and execute test plans, especially for high-power systems and HIL simulations.

Project Managers – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines.

External Stakeholders

Clients – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines and ensure product suitability

Person Specification

To be successful in this role the Electrical Engineer (Design) must posses

• Attention to detail with ability to self-assess
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilitiesSelf-motivated and capable of working independently
• Safety-conscious with high attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and schedules
• Be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work
• DBS check to be completed prior to start date
• A legal right to work in the UK

Education, Qualification and Certification

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering or related field or Formal training with PLC, or time-served
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Controls and Instrumentation
• Proficient with:
• PLC Complex
• Code Embedded Software Communications CAN, MODBUS
• SCADA Hardware Automation
• Strong understanding of hybrid power systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies.
• Competent with knowledge on electrical characteristics and concepts:
• AC / DC Networks
• kVA/ kW
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and using diagnostic tools
• Prior experience with Energy Management Systems

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and grid-tied configurations.
• Prior experience with BMS, PCS/Inverter systems, VFD