Synchronization Engineer - Power Gen & Grid Integration

Rehlko; Walkden; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay rate

Overtime after 40h

On-call standby

33 days holiday

Training & upskilling

Private healthcare

Death in service

Company vehicle

Career progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a skilled Synchronisation Engineer to join our power generation team. You will be responsible for commissioning, testing, maintenance, and optimisation of generator synchronisation systems, ensuring safe operation in parallel with mains infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FAT/SAT, protection settings, and integration of generators with switchgear and ATS. On-site work, some overtime, and on-call support are included.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Installation.
• Strong communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone.
• Willing to work overtime, including some mid‑week, weekend shifts, and occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Commission and configure generator synchronisation and load-sharing control systems.
• Carry out synchronisation testing of generator sets with mains supplies.
• Configure and fault-find control systems, PLCs, protection relays, and comms networks.
• Perform FAT, SAT, and final commissioning activities.
• Verify and adjust protection settings including overcurrent, reverse power, frequency, voltage, and mains protection functions.
• Support installation and integration of generators, switchgear, ATS, and power management systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical, mechanical, and control faults to minimise downtime.
• Conduct planned preventative maintenance and system health checks.
• Produce commissioning reports, test records, and technical documentation.
• Liaise with DNOs, ICPs, customers, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

On-call readiness

Team collaboration

Safety conscious

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical diagnostics

Job description

Rehlko is seeking a skilled Synchronisation Engineer to join our power generation team. You will be responsible for commissioning, testing, maintenance, and optimisation of generator synchronisation systems, ensuring safe operation in parallel with mains infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with FAT/SAT, protection settings, and integration of generators with switchgear and ATS. On-site work, some overtime, and on-call support are included.