Senior Controls Systems Engineer

Location:
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:

  • Lead, manage, and contribute to projects involving control systems for power generation, energy conversion, and transmission/distribution networks.

  • Develop conceptual design studies, cost-benefit analyses, and technical specifications.

  • Act as Owner’s Engineer and provide technical advisory/due diligence support.

  • Support tendering, bids, and proposals with technical input.

  • Participate in FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities on site.

  • Mentor and support junior engineers.

  • Adapt to deliver additional technical capabilities as required.

Skills & Experience:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (BSc/BEng minimum).

  • Broad understanding of the UK electricity system and stakeholders.

  • Experience in design, specification, and delivery of control systems for power networks.

  • Experience with battery storage systems is desirable.

  • Experience in FAT, SAT, or commissioning advantageous.

  • Consulting experience is desirable.

  • Ability to lead or coordinate project delivery.

Key Behaviours:

  • Goal-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.

  • Adaptable, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

  • Good interpersonal skills; able to influence colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.

  • Willingness to learn and develop technical and soft skills.

  • Engagement with technical communities at national and international levels.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and hybrid working flexibility.

  • Comprehensive benefits package including pension, medical insurance, income protection, and generous annual leave.

  • Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies.

  • Voluntary benefits such as cycle-to-work, gym discounts, season ticket loan, and retail offers.

  • Career development opportunities, professional registration support, and international experience.

  • Inclusive, multi-cultural team environment and employee networks.

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