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Lead Power Systems & Test Engineer

GE Vernova, Leicester

Lead Power Systems & Test Engineer

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GE Vernova, Leicester

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 25 Apr | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Location ref: Leicester

Full Job Description

  • Provide electrical leadership for the MPTF both maintaining existing power system facility infrastructure alongside new equipment / system installation, commissioning and testing.
  • Manage Safe systems of work as an HV Senior Authorised Person, including permitting, LOTO, HV switching, sanctions for test.
  • Identify and propose improvements in processes, tools and system solutions, rolling out improvements when agreed with leadership team.
    • Essential Responsibilities
  • To be competent and have a proven record of HV/LV plant and systems commissioning.
  • To carry out switching operations and the operation of permit to work, sanction to test and access limitation systems on large projects.
  • Be competent to produce, and maintain, documentation to the required standards.
  • Undertake installation and commissioning of cabling, switchboards, circuit breakers, contactors, transformers, UPS systems, generators and motors, power conversion / converters ensuring the overall installation, commissioning and test meets internal standards customer, and all regulatory / safety requirements.
  • Manage the upkeep and maintenance requirements of the facility and specific systems and equipment.
  • To produce as commissioned, tested and maintenance documentation in accordance with independently audited Company Quality and Safety Management Systems e.g. BS EN 18001 and Classification Societies e.g. Lloyds Register and DNV.
  • Supervise test, trials and control room operations in line with approved procedures and safe working practices.
  • Establish and manage design documentation and drawings control as necessary.
  • Working with site leadership and EHS, manage safe systems of work, risk assessments and method statements associated with electrical work and testing.
  • Comply with all company and customer health and safety regulations.
  • Supervise Permit and LOTO systems as a SAP at MPTF.

    Degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or related subject.
  • Electrical HV authorised & 5 years experience of managing safe systems of work
  • Proven record of continuous professional development.
  • Must have established record of sitework.
  • Good communication skills, written and verbal in English.
  • Customer Focused
  • Existing or the ability to obtain the higher levels of UK Security Clearance including "SC Clearance" and "UK Eyes Only Clearance " which are required for this role.
    • Desired Characteristics
  • Experience of system integration working on multi-discipline projects
  • On site commissioning of large projects.
  • Electrical engineering in relevant industry (Marine, Energy, Renewables, Oil & Gas, etc.)
  • Experience in integrated control schemes with PLCs, HMI and Drives.
  • Power generation and distribution.
  • LV and MV variable speed drives and motors.
  • Ability to multi-task on a variety of projects to strict time scales.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Good report writing skills.
  • Good personal organisational skills.

    We are looking for an experienced Power Systems Commissioning & Test Engineer to work for a leading manufacturing company. Reporting directly to the Marine Power Test Facility Director. You will be a key member of the Marine Power Test Facility, engineering test and commissioning team, We are looking for an experienced Power Systems Commissioning & Test Engineer to work for a leading manufacturing company. Reporting directly to the Test & Trials Manager. You will be a key member of the Marine Power Test Facility, engineering test and commissioning team.

    Willing to work extended hours during the week, at weekends/holidays at critical times.
    • What We Offer At GE Vernova, we believe in rewarding excellence and supporting personal growth. You can expect:
  • The opportunity to work on high-impact, nationally significant programmes.
  • Competitive salary and performance-based compensation.
  • 26 days of annual leave + UK bank holidays.
  • Generous employer pension contribution.
  • Private medical insurance, life assurance, and income protection.
  • Flexible benefits platform so you can tailor your package.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/lead-power-systems-test-engineer-126746053
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