SME Electrical Engineer

The successful SME Electrical Engineer will ensure risks to safe operation are recognised, assessed, and appropriately mitigated, provide technical support, leadership and guidance to projects, operations, and maintenance. This role is responsible for plant modifications, preparing designs and specifications for new electrical systems and equipment.

• Responsible for the application of appropriate electrical engineering codes and standards and management of any deviations from standards.
• Site Electrical Equipment includes: Power Transformers, HV/LV Switchgear Air, Vacuum and Oil, HV/LV distribution, ATEX and FLP Motors, Motor Starters, HV / LV VSDs, Soft Starts, UPSs, Hazardous Area Cabling/Containment/Junction Boxes and Earthing and Bonding Systems.
• Responsible for all electrical equipment/system performance standards.
• Designated Electrical Competent Person under Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Provide assurance to the UK & IRE Engineering Manager that the MOC process is applied correctly.
• Lead in the identification and scoping of projects and plant modifications.
• Assure Equipment is prioritised for replacement based on maintenance records and known conditions. Prepare cost estimates and business case proposals for electrical equipment/system CAPEX.

To be successful in this role of SME Electrical Engineer we would love to speak to anyone who has experience of:

• The successful candidate will have a relevant degree in Electrical Engineering, CompEx Design (Ex12), parts A & B.
• Chartered or working towards chartership with significant electrical system design experience, load lists, SLDs, cable sizing, fault level, protection grading studies and motor starting calculations.
• Lightning protection calculations.
• Specification of equipment for installation in Hazardous areas and have, Risk Assessment, Site Commissioning and Troubleshooting experience.
• Experience as designated competent person under Electricity at Work Regulations.
• In order to succeed in the role you will need a working knowledge of current legislation: DSEAR (ATEX), EWR, EER, Machinery Directive, PUWER, COMAH and CDM. Working
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as BS 7671 and BS EN 60079 and an awareness of current and new emerging technologies with an ability to develop new ideas and solutions and be a team player and effective communicator.
• Experience in a COMAH regulated industry, managing ageing assets, training and mentoring site electricians, design House/EPC/EPCm Contractor and working on technical standards committees are desirable.

ACS are recruiting for a SME Electrical Engineer. If you feel that you have the skills and experience required in this advertisement to be a SME Electrical Engineer, please submit your CV including an outline of your experience as a SME Electrical Engineer. It is always a good idea to include a covering letter outlining your experience as a SME Electrical Engineer with your application as this will enhance your chances of selection and improve your prospects of landing the SME Electrical Engineer role you desire.