Job Ref: 215738098

Date: 2022-02-04 12:51:45

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Are you looking to continue your Electrical Design career at THE FASTEST GROWING Solar energy company in the UK?

Our partner developed and implemented a GROUNDBREAKING Solar Hybrid project in 2019 and are growing at an unprecedented level. With projects coming out of their ears 👂 they're looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer with strong Solar PV & Battery Storage experience to support the growth of their business.

Sound interesting? We think so too 👀⚡. Check below if if you meet the description!

Key Responsibilities:

•Prepare electrical infrastructure designs for Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems working up to client substation

•Produce Designs for low voltage DC, AC (MV and LV) including Comms and Controls using Amtech, AutoCAD, MS Excel and NBS Specification writing software

•Assist with identifying technical solutions to meet the needs of advancing Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Storage Systems.

•All technical solutions and designs must meet Health and Safety, Technical British Standards and CDM (where applicable) Regulations. Ensure quality of design meets Company Standards.

•Able to deliver project design deliverables: Electrical specification, electrical schematics, cable schedules, AutoCAD drawings, cable calculation reports, protective device setting

•Liaise with ICPs to define the customer substation design

•Assist with preparing and submitting DNO applications or similar local network operators

•To provide support for local and international team members with commercial tenders and planning applications, support legal & project delivery teams, as required

•To prepare/amend planning application drawings as required

•Conduct site surveys to check project feasibility and take all relevant measurements and information to prepare the final ready to build designs

•Willing to continue developing knowledge in the electrical industry by attending Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses

•Able to research new technologies and look to continue improving project design

•Assist with monitoring system of the commissioned installations

•Ensure good communication between the UK office and international colleagues in other offices

•Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes including anti-bribery policy and Environmental and Quality Management System (compliant with ISO 9001 and 14001)

Skills Required:

•Must have experience of working within a similar technical design role within renewable solar, battery energy storage projects

•Degree or an equivalent level of qualification in Engineering or related discipline. Electrical Engineering degree is highly desirable

•Understanding of Customer substation power and control design

•Understanding of power and control arrangement of MV customer substation as per the grid standards and plant control requirements

•Working knowledge and understanding of H&S regulations, design regulations, electrical standards and CDM (where applicable) regulations

•Experience in designing DC & AC (LV) systems, understanding of electrical schematics, string configuration and layout drawings

•Must have experience of using Amtech or similar and AutoCAD

•Understanding of the different PV substructure options, requirements and limitations

•Ability to analyse and interpret data and perform performance review of working systems

•Working knowledge of solar, battery storage including their specifications, cost, efficiency, code compliance, performance, and reliability

•Knowledge of safety features, grounding, disconnects, system testing, and troubleshooting

•Ability to interpret topographical drawings

•Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills and strong focus on accuracy of information

•Advanced IT skills and be fully conversant with the Microsoft Office suite

•Flexible mindset, team player and solutions driven

•A self-motivated, proactive individual with good communication skills

•Good organisational skills with ability to manage time effectively between multiple technically demanding projects

•Excellent communication skills, the ability to present complex technical results in a clear and concise manner

•Hands-on approach, flexible and positive attitude

Desirable Skills:

•Understanding of HV Distribution and Protection Coordination

•BS7671 18th edition qualification and ability to deliver designs and specify required equipment according to the latest regulations and standards

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