Senior Controls Systems Engineer
- Location:
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                Manchester
 - Sector:
 - Power
 - Job Type:
 - Permanent
 - Salary:
 - Salary DOE
 - Reference:
 - 091313
 
Role
Senior Control Systems Consulting Engineer
 
Overview:
 A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Control Systems Consulting Engineer to join their growing UK Power team. This role involves delivering technically challenging projects across power generation, energy conversion, and transmission/distribution control systems, with opportunities across the UK and internationally.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead, manage, and contribute to projects involving control systems for power generation, energy conversion, and transmission/distribution networks.
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Develop conceptual design studies, cost-benefit analyses, and technical specifications.
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Act as Owner’s Engineer and provide technical advisory/due diligence support.
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Support tendering, bids, and proposals with technical input.
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Participate in FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on site.
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Mentor and support junior engineers.
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Adapt to deliver additional technical capabilities as required.
 
Skills & Experience:
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Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (BSc/BEng minimum).
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Broad understanding of the UK electricity system and stakeholders.
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Experience in design, specification, and delivery of control systems for power networks.
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Experience with battery storage systems is desirable.
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Experience in FAT, SAT, or commissioning advantageous.
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Consulting experience is desirable.
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Ability to lead or coordinate project delivery.
 
Key Behaviours:
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Goal-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
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Adaptable, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Good interpersonal skills; able to influence colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
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Willingness to learn and develop technical and soft skills.
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Engagement with technical communities at national and international levels.
 
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and hybrid working flexibility.
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Comprehensive benefits package including pension, medical insurance, income protection, and generous annual leave.
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Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies.
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Voluntary benefits such as cycle-to-work, gym discounts, season ticket loan, and retail offers.
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Career development opportunities, professional registration support, and international experience.
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Inclusive, multi-cultural team environment and employee networks.
 
