Transformer Services Test Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the electrical industry seeks an Electrical Testing Engineer to conduct SAT and testing on transformers. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and hands-on engineering experience, ensuring high standards of work in testing and equipment handling. The role involves site-based work with a focus on safety and precision, suitable for motivated individuals willing to learn and adapt.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent and Electrical / Electronic City & Guilds Apprenticeship required.
• Electrical Power Engineering qualification HNC level is desirable.
• Experience in health & safety and site work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform final SAT on transformers and support general testing requirements.
• Complete detailed SAT Reports and ensure quality equipment assembly.
• Work unsociable hours as needed and conduct site testing.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

Transformer knowledge

Site-based experience

Health & Safety knowledge

Hands-on experience in engineering

Mechanical understanding

Education

Electrical / Electronic City & Guilds Apprenticeship 2381, 2391

GCSEs or High School or equivalent

Electrical Power Engineering qualification (minimum HNC level)

Job description

Job Description

Main duties: Duties/Responsibilities:

• Perform final SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) & handover to customer of WP supplied transformers up to 132kV.
• Perform testing on transformers in the field during site refurbishments and relocation projects up to 132kV.
• Testing includes but is not limited to:
• Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA).
• Dissipation Factor & Capacitance (Tan Delta).
• Short Circuit Impedance.
• Existing Current.
• Winding Resistance.
• Winding Ratio & Vector Check.
• Insulation Resistance.
• CT Analysis.
• Protection Instrument Operational Testing.
• Complete SAT Reports to required standard and issue to customer.
• Offer support to general testing requirements, including planning and customer interaction.
• Ensure all equipment is assembled and tested to the highest standard.
• Read and understand mechanical and schematic drawings.
• Be open to training and learning new methods.
• Work unsociable hours when required, including site work.

Qualifications/Skills required for the role:

• GCSEs or High School or equivalent.
• Electrical / Electronic City & Guilds Apprenticeship 2381, 2391 - as minimum qualification.
• Electrical Power Engineering qualification, minimum HNC level (Desirable, depending on experience).
• Broad knowledge of power engineering plant and equipment, such as Transformers & Reactors, HV & LV Switchgear, Cabling, and HV & LV protection schemes.
• Hands-on experience in a mechanical/electrical engineering environment.
• Electrical engineering experience.
• Transformer knowledge.
• Site-based experience.
• Experience in Health & Safety and conducting risk assessments.
• Full driving license.
• Site-based qualifications such as Safety Passport, PASMA, IPAF, etc.
• DNO Authorisations (training available, willingness to learn required).

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