HV Electrical Engineer
- Birmingham
- £60,000-65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Take full ownership of the operation and maintenance of electrical plant and equipment (up to 132kV) across a diverse portfolio of embedded power generation sites.
- Ensure all electrical assets operate safely and efficiently in line with health and safety policies, operational procedures, and OEM guidelines.
- Collaborate closely with Operations Managers, HV contractors, and EC&I engineers during construction, commissioning, and operational phases to maximise plant uptime.
- Develop, implement, and optimise maintenance procedures and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to improve asset performance and reliability.
- Monitor KPIs such as availability and efficiency of electrical balance of plant equipment and propose improvement initiatives based on data analysis and cost-benefit assessments.
- Support and mentor Operations Area Managers and other team members on electrical matters, promoting awareness of health and safety responsibilities.
- Assist in preparing and managing budgets for electrical spare parts and inventories.
- Participate in the handover of new sites and acquisitions from the construction team into operations.
- Maintain strong working relationships with internal departments including Mechanical Operations, Development, Construction, Finance, Procurement, HR, and HSQE.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and quality management systems such as ISO 9001.
- A minimum of HNC level education or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, preferably with experience in electric power engineering or a similar environment.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems up to 33kV, with experience in design, installation, operation, and maintenance of generation and balance of plant equipment.
- Experience working with gas reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems, and high voltage grid connections.
- Familiarity with SAP or similar CMMS tools.
- Understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation related to electrical plant operation.
- Valid full driving licence for travel to various sites.
- Proactive and able to work under pressure, meeting tight deadlines and adapting to changing priorities.
- A strong communicator capable of engaging with senior management and multidisciplinary teams.
- Data-driven, able to use analytics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
- Experienced in leading teams and fostering a sense of ownership and urgency.
- Committed to health and safety, with a meticulous approach to risk management.
- £60,000-£65,000
- Discretionary performance-based bonus
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Training and development opportunities
- Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme
- Discounts on smart home products
- Dog-friendly office environment
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