Technical Engineer

Technical Engineer

Position: Technical Manager / Electrical Project Engineer - Power Generation
Location: UK-based, ideally London / South East
Salary: Junior: £30,000-£35,000 | Experienced: £50,000-£60,000

Overview

A specialist power-generation business is looking for an electrically biased engineer to support the development and delivery of generator and power-generation projects, from individual generator packages to multi-megawatt installations.

The role is open to both junior candidates looking to develop their technical expertise and experienced engineers capable of taking ownership of technical solutions and project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Review customer enquiries and technical specifications, identifying requirements and areas requiring clarification.
• Develop technical solutions based on customer requirements, equipment specifications and project constraints.
• Prepare technical scopes, specifications and requests for quotation.
• Liaise with equipment manufacturers, suppliers and internal teams to progress technical requirements.
• Evaluate supplier proposals and support tender submissions.
• Coordinate the integration of generators, switchgear, transformers, controls and associated electrical systems.
• Work with designers and draughting teams to review drawings, calculations and engineering documentation.
• Identify technical issues, missing information and potential risks.
• Support Project Managers and site teams with technical queries and engineering issues.
• Ensure technical documentation is accurate and complete throughout project delivery.

Requirements

• An electrical engineering background, supported by relevant qualifications, an apprenticeship or practical experience.
• A genuine interest in electrical power systems and power-generation technology.
• A practical, problem-solving approach and good communication skills.
• The ability to work with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

Junior Candidate:

• Ideally around two years' relevant experience, although consideration will be given to candidates with less experience or a suitable electrical engineering apprenticeship and practical background.
• Ideally some exposure to generators, switchgear, controls or industrial electrical systems, although transferable electrical experience will be considered.
• A willingness to learn and progress into a more senior technical role.

Experienced Candidate:

• Ideally 5+ years' relevant experience in power generation, generator applications or electrical project engineering.
• Strong knowledge of generator systems and electrical power distribution.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, manufacturers, designers or engineering contractors.
• The ability to assess technical proposals, resolve engineering issues and take ownership of technical solutions.

Experience with medium/high-voltage systems, transformers, protection and synchronisation would be advantageous.

A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent engineering qualification is preferred but not essential where supported by relevant industry experience.

Salary & Benefits

• Junior: £30,000-£35,000, with scope to develop technical expertise and progress within the business.
• Experienced: £50,000-£60,000, depending on experience and level of responsibility.
• Opportunity to work on varied power-generation projects and contribute to the development of the engineering function.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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