Senior Switchgear Engineer: LV/MV RMU Design & Tendering

REED CONSTRUCTION LIMITED; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

REED CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is seeking a switchgear expert to support sales, tendering and procurement for LV/MV equipment in the power industry. You will review technical specs, prepare BOMs, coordinate supplier prices, and ensure drawings and approvals are in place.

The role requires a strong background in LV/HV switchgear, tendering and supplier coordination, with knowledge of UK DNO standards and technical calculations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years in Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV/HV switchgear.
• Strong knowledge of LV ACB/MCCB switchgear cabinets and BS EN IEC 61439.
• Experience with SF6-insulated and air-insulated MV RMUs and circuit breakers; BS EN IEC 62271 and ENA TS 41-36.
• Familiarity with UK DNO standards (UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, NPG, NGED, ENWL).

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, price RMU, LV cabinets and feeder pillar tender quotes for Sales engineers.
• Coordinate with purchasing, maintain monthly supplier prices and issue quotes.
• Prepare BOM lists and select components.
• Coordinate with suppliers for drawings and approvals.
• Address material issues with suppliers and implement corrective actions.
• Attend supplier site visits for process inspection.
• Develop new supplier base and provide technical support to group departments.
• Respond to technical queries from customers and assist with customer visits.
• Collaborate with third party consultants as needed.

Skills

LV/HV switchgear knowledge

SF6/MV RMU knowledge

Supplier relationship management

Tendering experience

Electrical engineering calculations

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BS EN IEC 61439

BS EN IEC 62271

ENA TS 41-36

UK DNO standards familiarity

Job description

REED CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is seeking a switchgear expert to support sales, tendering and procurement for LV/MV equipment in the power industry. You will review technical specs, prepare BOMs, coordinate supplier prices, and ensure drawings and approvals are in place.

The role requires a strong background in LV/HV switchgear, tendering and supplier coordination, with knowledge of UK DNO standards and technical calculations.