Switchgear Engineer

A great opportunity has arisen for a switchgear expert to join a leading forward thinking company who supply to the power industry

Job Description

Review Technical specification, SLD and estimate RMU, LV cabinets, Feeder Pillar tender selling prices for Sales engineers and tendering to quote to the customer, based on supplier prices.

Coordinate with purchase department & maintain up to date monthly prices from suppliers, sending enquiries to suppliers and follow up from quotes.

BOM- establish and select component parts to fulfil the customer specification

Drawing approvals to suppliers.

Monitoring any material problems at suppliers and suggesting alternatives.

Taking quality issue feedback to suppliers and finding solutions to avoid reoccurrence.

Visiting supplier premises for process and inspection of goods if needed.

Developing new suppliers for various products.

Providing technical support, calculations and particulars as and when required for all Group departments

Providing support with technical queries from customers and attending customer visits if required.

Working with third party consultants where appropriate

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications

Degree in Electrical Engineering Essential

5 Years experience Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV & HV Switchgear industry.

Technical knowledge of LV ACB and MCCB switchgear cabinets, with a strong understanding of BS EN IEC 61439 and bespoke LV cabinet specifications.

Technical knowledge and experience in SF-insulated and air-insulated MV RMUs and circuit breakers, with a sound understanding of BS EN IEC 62271, ENA TS 41-36, and switchgear accessories, including TLF and VIP protection. Essential

Familiarity with UK DNO and ICP standards and specifications, including UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, NPG, NGED, ENWL, and other UK distribution network requirements.

Good understanding of LV and MV switchgear layouts and configurations, including close-coupled, free-standing, extensible, and non-extensible RMUs, in accordance with BS EN IEC 62271-200 and ENA TS 41-3

Additional Details

25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays

Company Profit Share Scheme

Nine-day fortnight, plus two paid breaks

Healthcare cash plan and EAP scheme

Excellent canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided

Pension

EV salary sacrifice scheme and EV charging