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Ready to power up your career? Join Applied Power Engineering as a Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer and become part of a forward-thinking team driving innovative energy solutions.
Salary: £30,000 to £50,000 (Negotiable – DOE)
Location: Rotherham (S65 3SH), with travel across the UK
Job Type: Full – Time, PermanentÂ
About Us:
Applied Power Engineering is an established, successful and respected business that provides power generation and emergency back-up systems. We work with some of the biggest companies in the country, providing them with comprehensive power solutions and ongoing support.
We are currently experiencing a period of sustained growth which reflects the changes made to our business strategy and plans for the future. We have a great opportunity for a Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer to work at sites around the UK. Â
Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - The Role:
As a Junior Commissioning Engineer, you will work alongside an experienced Commissioning Engineer to test, configure, and commission generator sets, switchboards, and bespoke software. With mentorship and hands-on involvement, you’ll help ensure our backup power systems meet expectations.
Our projects range from single generator setups to complex systems with multiple generators, MV/HV switchboards, load management, and fuel systems. This role involves travel across the country, providing exposure to diverse industry sectors and opportunities to grow within a dynamic company.
Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Key Responsibilities:
- Installation of new hardware to existing installations including power and control cabling
- Provision of software for ComAp and DeepSea control systems
- Modification of existing power generation systems
- Develop system functional specifications and test specifications
- Fault diagnosis and rectification on generator control systems
- System testing to meet client and specification requirements
- Liaison with customers and other interested parties Â
Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer - You:
The ideal candidate would possess the following:
- Educated to ONC / OND / HNC / HND level in one of the following engineering fields:
Instrumentation, Control or Electrical or be a time served Electrician looking to change career
- An interest in developing their electrical control capabilities of switchgear and generator system controls for either / both gas / diesel engines using ComAp or Deep Sea controllers
- Knowledge of communication networks such as CAN, Serial (RS232/485) and Ethernet
- Knowledge of power generation / Battery energy storage systems and 3 phase electrical systems
- Full Valid Driving Licence
- PC literate with Knowledge of Microsoft packages such as word, excel and powerpoint
Ongoing Qualifications, Skills, Training & Experience:
A full training package will be provided to develop your skills and capability in the role and will cover:
- Power generation and switchgear
- ComAp /DeepSea control systems and HMI / SCADA systems
- Developing your technical knowledge of gas and/or diesel generators
- The principles of generator operation & mains synchronisation, including knowledge of G59 and G99
You will also be trained in the following: First Aid at work, SSSTS / SMSTS for site supervision / management, CDM Regulations, Electricity at Work
Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer – Benefits:
- 33 days of holiday including statutory holidays
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Company van, laptop, and mobile phone
- Corporate workwear and PPE provided
Application Process:
Don’t miss your chance to join Applied Power Engineering! Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Junior Electrical Commissioning Engineer.
