Senior Project Engineer - Auxiliary Power Systems & Equipment (Glasgow or Birmingham)

Hitachi Rail; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader du secteur, Hitachi Rail, recherche un Senior Project Engineer pour rejoindre son équipe d'ingénierie à Birmingham ou Glasgow. Le candidat idéal aura plusieurs années d'expérience technique et de leadership, notamment dans la conception de systèmes d'alimentation auxiliaire. En tant que membre clé d'une équipe mondiale, vous serez responsable de la livraison efficace et de la qualité des équipements d'alimentation auxiliaire, tout en assurant une coordination efficace avec les départements, les clients et les fournisseurs.

Qualifications

• Plusieurs années d'expérience technique et de leadership.
• Expérience en équipements d'alimentation auxiliaire, études de sélectivité ou installation/commissioning d'équipements basse tension.
• Expérience de travail dans des équipes ou entreprises internationales.

Responsibilities

• Concevoir des systèmes de puissance auxiliaire, revoir les dessins des fournisseurs, superviser l'installation et la mise en service.
• Coordonner les tâches de votre équipe et gérer les contacts avec d'autres départements, clients et fournisseurs.
• Assurer la conformité avec les exigences du réseau électrique et des clients.

Skills

Planning

Delegation

Coordination

Proficiency in English

Knowledge of Grid Code

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Auxiliary Power Systems & Equipment (Glasgow or Birmingham), Birmingham

Client:

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3ff244f30067

Job Views: 3

Posted: 29.06.2025

Expiry Date: 13.08.2025

Job Description:

Description

The department HVDC Engineering Plant Electrical Design manages the delivery of auxiliary power systems for HVDC stations. Design of this system is complex and involves coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities include system design, selectivity studies, equipment specification, cable and cable transit systems. Equipment managed includes auxiliary transformers, switchgear, diesel generators, batteries, UPS, and cables.

This role is a hybrid working position based in Glasgow or Birmingham, with some international travel required for meetings, site supervision, and coordination.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position.

How you’ll make an impact

• You will be part of a global engineering team responsible for auxiliary power equipment delivery, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality outputs.
• You will coordinate your team’s tasks, and manage contacts with other departments, clients, and suppliers.
• You will be accountable for designing auxiliary power systems, reviewing supplier drawings, overseeing installation and commissioning, and ensuring compliance with grid and customer requirements.

Your background

• Several years of technical and leadership experience, including planning, delegation, and follow-up.
• Experience in auxiliary power, selectivity studies, or low voltage equipment installation/commissioning.
• Good knowledge of Grid Code, National Grid, SSE requirements.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
• Experience working in international teams or companies.

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during the application process. Please contact us through our website with your details and specific needs.