Overview

Electrical Design Engineer - Power Generation & Renewable Energy Projects

Location: Knowsley, with UK and overseas travel as required. This role involves producing electrical designs and developing power-generating facilities, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Hydrogen, Solar, Wind, Microgrids, Gas-Powered Generation (Advanced Gas, Biogas, Natural Gas), and CHP plants. You will provide input and support at all stages of a project, from sales through to installation, ensuring designs meet the required functional and contractual specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Development: Translate conceptual designs into detailed designs that meet the functional and contractual specifications of secured orders. Prepare specifications, calculations, and component selection.
• Power System Studies: Carry out Power System Studies, including Load Flows, Fault Analysis, Protection Studies, P28 Voltage Flicker, G5/5 Harmonic Assessments, G99 Reactive Power, and Frequency Response Simulations.
• Sales Support: Assist in the sales stage of a project, ensuring conceptual design and tender preparation documents are provided to meet customer timescales and quality standards.
• Collaboration with Mechanical Design Engineers: Work closely with Mechanical Design Engineers to ensure alignment on project requirements and detailed design development.
• Coordination with CAD Draughtsmen: Liaise with CAD draughtsmen, leading the design package production to ensure it meets deadlines and quality standards.
• Project Support: Provide support during the installation, commissioning, and testing phases, ensuring all necessary documentation is produced on time.
• Client Liaison: Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential customers, providing technical support and updates as required.
• HAZOP and Risk Assessment: Participate in, and where appropriate lead, HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality Compliance: Ensure adherence to all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality management policies and procedures in all aspects of work.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills

• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in Power Systems Analysis tools/software
• Knowledge of AutoCAD draughting package
• Project management experience and ability to work on large-scale projects

Personal Attributes/Skills

• Trustworthy and professional in all dealings
• Reliable and dependable, consistently delivering on commitments
• Customer-focused, responsive to client needs and requirements
• Supportive and collaborative, able to work effectively with colleagues and clients
• Self-motivated, able to manage workload efficiently and work independently
• Committed to quality and continuous improvement in all tasks
• Proactive in seeking self-improvement and acting on feedback

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or HNC/HND with substantial relevant experience)
• Minimum of 2 years\' experience in the power generation industry (1-25MW)
• Knowledge of low and medium voltage power trains, as well as associated control and instrumentation systems
• Strong IT skills (MS Office)
• Full UK/EU Driving License
• Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Professional registration
• Experience in CHP and power generation
• Familiarity with AutoCAD draughting package or similar tools
• Experience with ETAP power analysis software
• Knowledge of HV substation design and the National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS)

About Clarke Energy

Clarke Energy is a leading multinational specialist in the engineering, installation, and maintenance of sustainable energy solutions. As the largest authorized distributor and service provider for INNIO\'s hydrogen-ready reciprocating engines, we are at the forefront of the transition to net-zero energy. Our commitment to quality and ethical practices drives everything we do, and we offer our team members the opportunity to grow and thrive in a collaborative environment.

Ready to Join Us?

If you\'re an Electrical Design Engineer with a passion for energy solutions and a desire to be part of a forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Generous car allowance
• 25 days holiday, plus additional days based on service length
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Company pension contribution
• Health care cash plan
• Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working options where applicable
• Support for professional development and certification
• Reward and recognition schemes