Electrical engineer Work, Jobs in Kennington, Ken (with Salaries)

Junior Engineer
Eleclink —Folkestone
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- English
- No degree
Site Automation Engineer
Gist Limited —Faversham
- Up to £55,500 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Maintenance
- Continuous improvement
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Senior Engineer (Controls System Engineer)
United Kingdom —Maidstone
- Programmable logic controllers
- Continuous improvement
Quick apply
Automation Engineer
BI AH UK Ltd —Ash
- Full-time
- Engineering
- Programmable logic controllers
- Bachelor's degree
Senior Hardware Engineer - Analogue (Contractor)
General Dynamics Mission Systems - United Kingdom —Hastings
- Hybrid work
- Machine learning
- AI
Quick apply
Engineer
Spire Healthcare —Chatham
- Full-time
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Senior Hardware Engineer
General Dynamics Mission Systems - United Kingdom —Hastings
- £45,600 - £60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Machine learning
- AI
Quick apply
Lighting Engineer
National Highways —Maidstone
- £39,340 - £44,970 a year
- Full-time
- Driving
7d
Senior Electronics Design Engineer
QinetiQ —Ashford
- Full-time
- No degree
- Mentoring
- Employee discount
Hardware Engineers - Senior & Principal/Architect
General Dynamics Mission Systems - United Kingdom —Hastings
- £46,000 - £80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
Quick apply
Electronics Production Engineer
Instro Precision —Sandwich
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Engineering
- Maths
- Profit sharing
Senior Electrical EICA Design Engineer
Bridges Electrical Engineers —Maidstone
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Continuous improvement
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Design Engineer
AVK —Lenham
- £65,000 - £70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Schematics
- Engineering
- Programmable logic controllers
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Chief Engineer (Safety Critical Controls)
BAE Systems —Rochester
- £90,000 a year
- Engineering
- Training & development
Quick apply
13d
Specification Sales Engineer - Power Distribution
Eaton —Canterbury
- Hybrid work
- CRM software
- Engineering
- Business development
Senior Control Panel Designer
Bridges Electrical Engineers —Maidstone
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Programmable logic controllers
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer
BAE Systems —Rochester
- £60,000 a year
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- No degree
EICA Site Survey Engineer
Bridges Electrical Engineers —Maidstone
- Full-time
- Travel
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Hardware Team Leader
BAE Systems —Rochester
- £60,000 a year
- Continuous improvement
- Team management

Discover related jobs

Based on your search for electrical engineer jobs.

Design Engineer
Collier Webb Ltd. —Eastbourne
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a key area of our product offering while working alongside experienced colleagues in Sales, Design,…
£30,000 - £33,000 a year
Quick apply
10d
Electronics Design Engineer
Boston Garage Equipment —Tolleshunt Major
Confident in speaking with others and professional telephone manner. This role spans electronics hardware design, firmware development and supporting software,…
£40,000 - £50,000 a year
Quick apply
14d

I want to receive the latest job alerts for electrical engineer in kennington, ken

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Junior Engineer

Eleclink
Folkestone

Apply Now

Job details

Graduate

Qualifications

French
Technical troubleshooting
Report writing
Report generation
Stakeholder collaboration
Stakeholder liaison
Maintenance
English
Microsoft Office Suite
Technical support
Electrical systems
Technical writing
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) implementation
Root cause analysis
Electrical Engineering
Communication skills
Planned maintenance

Full job description

The Junior Engineer will provide engineering support to both the Cable Maintenance and Converter Station Maintenance teams, helping to ensure the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the Eleclink interconnector.

This is an excellent development opportunity for an early-career engineer looking to gain exposure to high-voltage transmission systems, asset management, maintenance engineering and project delivery. The role will support the operation and maintenance of Eleclink's HVDC cable systems, converter stations and associated infrastructure, working alongside experienced engineers, contractors and operational teams in both the UK and France.

The successful candidate will gain practical experience across a broad range of engineering activities including maintenance planning, contractor coordination, technical investigations, asset management, documentation control and engineering projects. The role will work closely with the Cable and Converter teams, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to support the long-term performance and reliability of critical energy infrastructure.

Main Responsibilities

Maintenance & Operational Support

Support the Cable and Converter Maintenance teams in the delivery of planned and corrective maintenance activities.
Assist with the coordination and monitoring of maintenance contractors to ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with approved procedures.
Participate in site visits, inspections and audits across cable and converter station assets.
Support maintenance planning activities and help track completion of maintenance tasks and actions.
Assist with the review of contractor reports, maintenance records and performance data.

Asset Management & Reliability

Support the maintenance of asset registers, maintenance records and technical documentation.
Assist in monitoring asset performance and identifying opportunities for reliability improvements.
Support investigations into equipment faults, operational incidents and maintenance issues.
Help maintain spare parts inventories and support asset lifecycle planning activities.
Contribute to root cause analysis and the implementation of corrective actions where required.

Technical Support & Engineering Projects

Provide engineering support to cable and converter station projects, upgrades and improvement initiatives.
Assist in reviewing technical documentation, specifications, drawings and engineering reports.
Support testing, inspections and commissioning activities as required.
Work with experienced engineers to develop an understanding of HVDC systems, protection systems, monitoring systems and associated equipment.
Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Documentation, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Maintain and update operational procedures, risk assessments, method statements and other engineering documentation.
Support compliance with company policies, industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Assist with document control activities and ensure engineering records are maintained accurately.
Support audits, certification activities and continuous improvement initiatives across the engineering function.
Promote a strong safety culture and actively contribute to improving health, safety and environmental performance.

Learning & Development

Develop an understanding of HVDC cable systems, converter stations and electricity transmission infrastructure.
Build relationships with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders across the UK and France.
Participate in training, mentoring and development opportunities to broaden technical and operational knowledge.
Gain exposure to the commercial, regulatory and operational aspects of interconnector ownership and operation.

Ideal candidate will have:

Experience

Degree qualified engineer or recent graduate with relevant industrial, placement year, apprenticeship or graduate scheme experience.
Basic understanding of electrical power systems, mechanical systems or industrial infrastructure.
An interest in high-voltage transmission systems, energy infrastructure and the electricity sector.
Some exposure to maintenance, engineering projects, asset management or operational environments would be advantageous.
Understanding of the role interconnectors and transmission assets play in supporting the wider energy network would be beneficial.
Experience working collaboratively with contractors, suppliers or external stakeholders is desirable but not essential.

Education

Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.

Skills & Competencies

Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Good attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
Organised, methodical and able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Analytical mindset with a willingness to learn and solve technical problems.
Proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrates professionalism and always acts as a positive ambassador for ElecLink.
Collaborative team player with a positive and flexible attitude.
Fluent in English. Knowledge of French would be advantageous but is not essential.

Location, Travel, Security Clearance & Right to Work

This role is based in Folkestone and requires a minimum of three days per week in the office.
Regular travel will be required between Folkestone, London and Calais to support engineering, maintenance and project activities.

Please note:

Due to the security requirements associated with working within the Channel Tunnel complex, additional security screening may be required prior to employment commencing.
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
From 1 January 2021, non-British and non-Irish nationals who do not already hold a UK immigration status may be required to obtain an appropriate visa before commencing employment.
Before applying for this role, please ensure that you are eligible to live and work in the United Kingdom and can satisfy the Company's right to work and security clearance requirements.
For further information, please visit the UK Government's Visa and Immigration website.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

electrical engineer jobs in kennington, ken

Junior Engineer

Site Automation Engineer

Senior Engineer (Controls System Engineer)

Automation Engineer

Senior Hardware Engineer - Analogue (Contractor)

Engineer

Senior Hardware Engineer

Lighting Engineer

Senior Electronics Design Engineer

Hardware Engineers - Senior & Principal/Architect

Electronics Production Engineer

Senior Electrical EICA Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Chief Engineer (Safety Critical Controls)

Specification Sales Engineer - Power Distribution

Senior Control Panel Designer

Senior/Principal Hardware Engineer

EICA Site Survey Engineer

Hardware Team Leader

Discover related jobs

I want to receive the latest job alerts for electrical engineer in kennington, ken

Explore jobs in more locations

Jobseeker tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected