Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Control & Protection System Application Engineer to oversee the development, integration, and optimisation of control and protection systems within electrical infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in system design, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead technical teams and contribute to innovative solutions in electrical engineering, with a focus on system reliability and efficiency.
Duties
- Lead the design and realisation of control and protection systems using advanced system design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, and SolidWorks.
- Develop schematics and detailed electrical diagrams for system applications, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project specifications.
- Conduct root cause analysis on system faults using MATLAB, Python, or Perl to identify issues and implement corrective actions.
- Programme and debug programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and firmware for automation processes, utilising C++, ARM architectures, and signal processing techniques.
- Perform simulations with Simulink to validate system performance under various operational scenarios.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers to integrate control systems with mechanical components, leveraging mechanical knowledge and surface mount technology (SMT).
- Utilise CAD tools such as Revit and MicroStation for 3D modelling of electrical layouts within complex infrastructure projects.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts during commissioning phases, including soldering, debugging, and testing control hardware components.
- Ensure all designs meet safety standards and industry regulations through rigorous testing and documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers in technical best practices related to electrical system design, firmware development, and schematic creation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience with control systems design, including expertise in SoC architectures.
- Proven ability in root cause analysis for complex electrical or control faults.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, SolidWorks for schematic creation and system modelling.
- Strong programming skills in Python, C++, Perl, with experience in firmware development for embedded systems such as ARM processors.
- Hands-on experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), surface mount technology (SMT), soldering, debugging hardware issues, and signal processing techniques.
- Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink for simulation purposes; experience with System design is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of mechanical systems integration within electrical projects is advantageous.
- Ability to interpret schematics and technical drawings accurately; experience with CAD software is essential.
- Excellent problem-solving skills combined with strong organisational abilities to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This role offers an engaging environment for a highly skilled engineer eager to lead innovative control solutions within the electrical industry while fostering professional growth through challenging projects and collaborative teamwork.
Pay: £45.00-£50.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
