Job Ref: 213851081

Date: 2021-05-27 15:28:33

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C4S Search are proud to be partnering with an international sustainable energy business headquartered in the UK. Our client develop, construct, own and operate premium solutions for critical energy applications. The client has delivered the most technically advanced hybrid solar projects ever built in the UK and installed more solar capacity in 2019 than any other business in the UK. They are also making electric vehicle charging as convenient as petrol refueling, with a national network of ultra-fast, dependable Electric Forecourts that provide drivers with the confidence to go electric.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, control and plan the delivery of the Solar Hybrid projects from start to finish.

• Plan and deliver engineering briefings.

• Apply Engineering controls and procedures to the design and construction activities in reference to the applicable company standards for the discipline.

• Coordinate and manage the review project deliverables including drawings, schedules, datasheets, specifications and commenting as required to validate suitable and executable designs.

• Coordinate and manage the delivery of all engineering deliverables across individual or multiple projects.

• Define or align to the defined scope of work and division of responsibilities between GRIDSERVE led activities and external partners.

• Engineering assurance role confirming that the installation and construction is delivered to the relevant specification and standards in line with the engineering design.

• Manage the Quality Assurance activities with internal or external resources.

• Supervise, create and approve site engineering activities that relate to civil, mechanical, structural and electrical work.

• Detail the project delivery plan and ensure the resources competencies are present to deliver each scheme.

• Lead projects from mobilization through to completion on time and within budget in a pre-planned, controlled and coordinated manner.

• Coordinate and manage as required FAT (Factory Acceptance Test), quality assurance checks and SAT (Site Acceptance Test) protocols of key subsystems are executed by the suppliers.

• Report on a weekly basis the delivery status highlighting concerns that may impact project timelines.

• Inform and update project risk registers on a weekly basis.

• Collate O&M handover documentation to include datasheets, commissioning records and maintenance plans.

• Suggest product and project improvements by facilitating technical feedback & analyzing issues during installation and from operational sites.

• 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).

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer, Solar Hybrid

Reports To: Chief Technology Officer

Department: Technical Engineering

Based at: Iver, Buckinghamshire

Responsible for: Responsible for the delivery of all project engineering requirements for Utility scale

Solar and Energy storage Hybrid Projects.

Skills Required:

• Must have experience of working within a similar technical project engineering role, having successfully delivered projects related to either solar, battery storage technology or EV charging.

• Degree or an equivalent level of qualification in Electrical engineering is essential.

• Solid HV electrical infrastructure understanding, as well as the related Electrical Standards, Regulations and Legislation (DNO/ICP experience preferred).

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

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

• Must have experience of using AutoCAD and/or other preview platforms to review drawings.

• All technical solutions and designs must meet technical, electrical standards and CDM regulations. Ensure quality of design meets Company standards.

• Experience in interpreting electrical drawings and diagrams is essential.

• Experience in delivery of Type B and Type C G99 projects

• Ability to analyze and interpret data and execute on performance review of working systems.

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

• Able to conduct electrical calculations, cable sizing and earthing calculations.

• Ability to interpret topographical drawings.

• Ability to communicate and interpret needs effectively.

• Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills.

• Ability to lead multi-faceted projects and function well in a fast-paced work environment.

• Flexible mindset with a ‘hands on’ approach.

• Be fully conversant with the Microsoft Office suite to include word, excel, power point.

• Ability to travel to throughout the UK dependent on Project location.

Desirable Skills:

• Understanding of LV/HV Distribution Design and Protection Coordination is highly desirable.

• Working knowledge of battery storage or electric charging including their specifications, cost, efficiency, code compliance, performance, and reliability is highly desirable.

• Understanding of Substation Design and Protection Coordination is highly desirable.

• Knowledge and experience with SCADA systems is highly desirable.

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