At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate high voltage operations and ensure safety for offshore wind turbine projects.
- Company: Leading renewable energy company focused on innovative electrical solutions.
- Benefits: Fixed-term contract with potential extension, competitive pay, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity to work offshore and develop your engineering skills.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team making a real impact in the renewable energy sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in high voltage operations and relevant electrical qualifications required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 55200 £ per year.
Contract Type: Fixed-term 15th June 2026 – 31st March 2028, possibility of extension.
Work Schedule: Mon – Fri.
Key Responsibilities
- Co‑ordination of LV/MV/HV operations
- Advise operationally on high voltage electrical installations to wind turbine generators, offshore substations, and both HV submarine and onshore cables
- Oversee all MV/HV/LV electrical operational activities to ensure safety, security, and integrity of the HV network
- Plan all switching activities on sites, both offshore and onshore
- Monitor and report in the SCADA system
- Manage and control a complete log of all activities on site, including all switching activities
- Control the safety documents for the Electrical Safety Rules on site
- Control and manage all HV and LV electrical operations on site
- Define safety procedures for electrical matters
- Oversee safe commissioning of grid connections, onshore substations, and associated MV/HV/LV plant and equipment
- Ensure adherence to Code Compliance in the relevant country
- Conduct QA on different ISO requirements in the project
- Review the high voltage scope of work
- Develop reference documentation and processes
- Apply and maintain knowledge and experience with country-specific standards
- Demonstrate knowledge of 50Hz and 60Hz standards for the electrical equipment
- Ensure compliance with and management of Electrical Safety Rules
- Coordinate with the Lead Commissioning Project Manager to ensure accurate updates are distributed to Project Management
- Coordinate MV/HV/LV commissioning activities throughout the project construction stages
- Manage and coordinate HV/MV/LV commissioning activities
- Liaise with National Grid and attend commissioning panel meetings
- Prepare and check high voltage switching schedules
- Check method statements for electrical matters
- Implement and provide training programs for relevant staff according to rules
- Provide technical and engineering advice to working parties for electrical matters
- Participate in safety coordination around electrical operations
- Manage outages and control the network
- Participate in On Calls and Out Calls regarding all activities on the electrical equipment on site
- Plan and take responsibility for outages on site, both offshore and onshore activities
- Support commissioning and start‑up activities for any components and systems
- Manage all electrical operations on site via the Control Log
- Control all high voltage switching activities both offshore and onshore
- Monitor and accept all LV switching activities on site
- Take charge of all switching programs
- Plan outages of the windfarm together with the Project Commissioning Team
- Provide safety from the systems and maintain a complete overview of all electrical operations on site
- Control resources and work activities
- Perform communication of complex technical and commercial issues
- Implement the Electrical Safety Rules on site, including the safe system of work
- Lead MV/HV switching and isolations
Requirements
- Several years of operation and commissioning experience within high voltage electricity; offshore experience preferable
- Appropriate electrical qualification and background related to the authorization scope
- Minimum 3 years of working experience within onshore substation systems
Control Engineer 4kv in Norfolk employer: Kintec Global Recruitment
As a Control Engineer at our company, you will be part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to ensuring the safety and integrity of high voltage electrical operations in a rapidly evolving industry. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive benefits package. Located in a vibrant area with access to cutting-edge technology and resources, our company is committed to fostering a rewarding environment where your expertise can truly make a difference.
We think you need these skills to ace Control Engineer 4kv in Norfolk
High Voltage Electrical Operations
Low Voltage Electrical Operations
Medium Voltage Electrical Operations
SCADA System Monitoring
Electrical Safety Rules Compliance
ISO Standards Quality Assurance
Commissioning of Electrical Equipment
