Electrical Systems Engineering consultant
2 weeks ago
Role: Electrical Systems Engineering consultant
Based; Eaton Socon, Cambridgeshire PE19
Contract: 12 months+
Rate; Negotiable
Our client is building a team and requires two candidates who will be part of a multi-disciplined team conducting various studies from concept design to feasibility studies. Be responsible for the electrical system studies and design of the generation & distribution infrastructure operation philosophy.
Role & Responsibilities:
Support sales team with early engagement with customers by understanding and interpreting customer needs and objectives.
Be creative, analytical, and flexible in generating designs and solutions and effectively communicating features and limitations of various solutions.
Ensure customer needs are understood and met from a FES perspective.
Document and share best practices and lessons learnt from projects
System Studies and Analysis – performing detailed power system studies including load flow, short circuit/fault level analysis, protection coordination, harmonic assessments, voltage regulation, and stability analysis using specialised software (e.g., ETAP, DIgSILENT, PowerFactory, PSCAD).
Design and Documentation – translating conceptual designs into detailed engineering design packages. This involves creating single-line diagrams (SLDs), electrical schematics, equipment layouts, cable schedules, e-house layout, switchyard layout etc.
Compliance and Standards – ensure all designs strictly adhere to relevant national and international standards and grid codes.
Equipment Specification – Assist in preparation of technical specifications for primary plant items such as HV power transformers, switchgear (AIS and GIS), circuit breakers, protection relays, and cabling, ensuring they meet project and client specifications.
Collaboration and Liaison – Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams including automation engineers, telecoms engineers, technical advisors, sales managers, project engineers, and project managers.
Customer Focus – interpretation of Customer Needs into actionable solutions. Including consulting with clients, contractors, and network operators (DNOs/TOs/NGESO) throughout the project life cycle.
Proactively take feedback and knowledge from experience of project engineers in operations to team to ensure theoretical system design achievable and optimum for operations.
Work in close collaboration with the wider organisation – sale managers, sales TAs, bid managers, operations team, and management – locally and within the HUB.
Be able to present ideas and results effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients
-
Inspection & Test Engineer
5 days ago
Eaton Socon, United Kingdom NES Group Ltd Full timeRole:- Test and Inspection Engineer Based:- St. Neots. Cambridgeshire PE19 Duration:- 12 months+ Rate:- £29.00 - £34.00 p/h PAYE Our client is a leader within the Automation and Control Systems field with operations in over 100 countries worldwide. They are...
-
LV Electrical Design Engineer
7 days ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom Morrison Utility Services Limited. Full timeA leading utility services provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to design hardware systems for low voltage assemblies. You will translate client specifications into technical layouts, ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a completed Electrical & Electronic Engineering apprenticeship, be experienced with PLCs,...
-
Senior Quality Engineer
2 weeks ago
Eaton Socon, United Kingdom Brush Group Full timeWorking within the Quality Department, the role of Senior Quality Engineer works under the direction of the Quality Management Systems Manger to drive continuous improvement initiatives. They will also ensure the compliance of products to established internaland regulatory standards such as ISO9001, Achilles andother standards as required by the...
-
Site Supervisor
2 weeks ago
Eaton Socon, United Kingdom Brush Group Full timeJob Introduction As a Site Supervisor you will coordinate, supervise and manage construction site activities by either taking control of an element of work on a large substation scheme or by delivering all site-based construction elements associated with a smaller High Voltage Electrical scheme. The key requirement of the role is to ensure construction...
-
Principal Electrical Engineer
7 days ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full timeAre you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions. Bring your skills to the mix as a Principal Electrical Engineer,...
-
Multi-skilled Maintenance Engineer
1 week ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom Premier Engineering Full timeJob Title**:Multi-Skilled Maintenance Engineer** Job Type**:Permanent** Salary**:Circa £36K plus shift allowance** Location**:Long Eaton, Derbyshire** Industry**:Manufacturing** Premier Engineering has engaged with a key client and a world leader in thermal machine/Consumer Goods manufacturing based in the Midlands with various manufacturing plants across...
-
Hybrid Electrical Building Services Engineer
3 days ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom Mott Macdonald Full timeA global engineering consultancy in the UK seeks skilled Electrical Engineers to join their growing team. Candidates should have experience in electrical building services and knowledge of design tools like AutoCAD. The role offers a hybrid working policy, supportive environment, and opportunities for career growth in the nuclear and energy sectors....
-
Principal Electrical Engineer
7 days ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full timeA leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead technical design projects for critical UK infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience in electrical design, lead multidisciplinary teams, and ensure quality management to deliver integrated solutions. This flexible role offers the opportunity to work in a...
-
Internal Sales
1 week ago
Eaton Socon, United Kingdom Advancing People Full timeDo you have Internal Sales or Sales Support experience, with the ability to commute to St Neots 3 days per week in a hybrid working role? If so, we have a fantastic and varied **Hybrid-Working** Internal Sales role with a leading International company that works within the Life Science sector. **Salary £25,000 basic plus 30% quarterly bonus.** **Our...
-
Panel Wirer
7 days ago
Long Eaton, United Kingdom Engineering @ 365 Ltd Full timeElectrical Fitter / Panel Wirer Location: Long EatonPay Rate: £28,000 - £32,000Shift: Monday to Thursday 8am - 4pm, Friday 1pm FinishJob Type: Permanent Engineering @365 is working with a leading manufacturer of industrial electrical assemblies, specialising in producing high-quality bench and frame‑mounted products for a variety of industries. Job...