Senior Electrical Engineer
hace 3 días
Peterborough
Primary Objective MSP Limited is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer (C&I) to develop robust and reliable BESS control and EMS functionality. The candidate must will be responsible for a small but specialist team of Software and Embedded Engineers, developing complex controls for system level and EMS. Key Responsibilities • Lead a mixed team of controls engineers and software developers, • Assess and appraise existing control strategies, • Create new control strategies based on a project/product brief, • Integration of multiple devices with differing protocols, • Focus on safety systems and reliability, • Identify and implement security measures for internal and external networks, • Mange complex client networks, • Ensure new and existing designs comply with relevant standards, safety protocols and compliance requirements, • Provide expert guidance and recommendations on C&I related topics, • Identify and appraise new and existing components for suitability, durability and cost, • Provide support and training to members within the controls and software team, • Prepare and own technical documentation to support the control designs, • Lead projects from pre-sale to handover, • Identify and perform test procedures to validate designs, • Troubleshoot issues and faults in the factory and in the field, • Draw on previous experience to provide solutions to design issues Relationships Internal Stakeholders • Control / Software Engineers – Coordinate on implementing control algorithms (e.g., PID) and integrating them into embedded systems., • Test Engineers – Partner to develop and execute test plans, especially for high-power systems and HIL simulations. Project Managers – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines. External Stakeholders Clients – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines and ensure product suitability Person Specification To be successful in this role the Electrical Engineer (Design) must posses • Attention to detail with ability to self-assess, • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, • Self-motivated and capable of working independently, • Safety-conscious with high attention to detail, • Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and schedules, • Be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work, • DBS check to be completed prior to start date, • A legal right to work in the UK Education, Qualification and Certification Essential Qualifications & Experience • Degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering or related field or Formal training with PLC, or time-served, • Minimum 5 years of experience in Controls and Instrumentation, • Proficient with:, • PLC Complex, • Code Embedded Software Communications CAN, MODBUS, • SCADA Hardware Automation, • Strong understanding of hybrid power systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies., • Competent with knowledge on electrical characteristics and concepts:, • AC / DC Networks, • kVA/ kW, • Proficient in reading electrical schematics and using diagnostic tools, • Prior experience with Energy Management Systems Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel Desirable Skills: • Familiarity with renewable energy systems and grid-tied configurations., • Prior experience with BMS, PCS/Inverter systems, VFD