Senior Electrical Engineer UK Switchgear Applications Engineering na Powell Industries, Inc.

The principal objective of the role is to be responsible for the engineering and management of all technical issues associated with client purchase order for the supply of MV/LV switchgear and packaged substation. Would be expected to assume a lead role on high value projects.

To provide support to other team members as required.

The role forms part of a broader engineering team and thus will have support from other members of the team. 

Essential Responsibilities:

•    Responsible for the productions and technical content of the purchase order required client documentation. This may include, but not be limited to:- Procedures, Electrical diagrams, layout/arrangements, technical manuals
•    Responsible for the production and technical content of required manufacturing documentation.
•    Responsible for the production of sub-supplier material requisitions for processing by others
•    Responsible for liaison with the client for all technical matters relating to the purchase order
•    Responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time and within budgets.
•    Liaison with other internal departments, as required, to ensure that the requirements of the purchase order are met.
•    Ensuring departmental performance to a standard which satisfies internal and external customer requirements.
•    Act as a technical specialist or advisor within the team.
•    Coaches or mentors Engineers, Technicians and Apprentices.
•    Responsible for making design modifications with feedback from the manufacturing workforce to address engineering and/or manufacturing issues.
•    Able to provide general guidance to entry level professionals on product line(s) and integration.                    
•    Reviews project documents for conformity and quality assurance.
•    Assists with the development of new techniques and/or improved processes, materials, or products.
•    Routinely interacts with clients, customers, officials, contractors, and others.
•    Provides feedback and input to the Application Engineering team for proposal and technical guidance. 
•    Acts as a technical specialist or advisor within the appropriate Engineering team.
 

Skills & Experience:

•    A good technical background with commercial awareness
•    An emphasis on safety, quality and duty of care.
•    The ability to effectively communicate using both verbal and written communication that delivers high levels of confidence in those dealt with.
•    The ability to work effectively both individually and importantly as a team member.
•    The ability to meet the expectation of both internal and external customers, clients and suppliers through a sound understanding of their requirements, being responsive to their needs and exceeding their requirements.
•    Dedication and commitment.
•    Proactive in approach, resilient under pressure, ability to maintain clarity and vision and possesses a strong results orientation.
•    Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement.
 

Essential:

Minimum of HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Computer literate with a good grasp of Microsoft office (Word / Excel / Outlook)

Industry experience (Typically 2-5 Years)

Experienced in AutoCAD and/or Inventor.

Desirable:

Ideally experience within a Control Panel/Switchgear environment.