Design Engineer

Location

Kent

Job Type

Permanent

Salary

£65000 - £75000 per annum + bonus

Job Sector

Power Generation

Reference Code

BBBH33540_1769702857

Controls Engineer (Power Generation and Control Systems)

Location: South East England | Travel Required
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Competitive, DOE

The Role

An established engineering business is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to deliver end-to-end control solutions for power generation and electrical systems. This is a hands-on role involving design, integration, testing, and commissioning.

This position is suited to a Controls Engineer who enjoys being involved in real projects, working with customers, and supporting factory and site testing. This is not a desk-only programming role.

Key Responsibilities

Design, program, and commission PLC-based control systems for generator and power distribution applications
Read and interpret LV and HV electrical schematics for system integration and fault finding
Develop and modify HMI and SCADA interfaces
Configure and troubleshoot generator control systems including synchronisation, load sharing, and protection
Implement and test circuit breaker switching logic, interlocks, and protection schemes
Support FAT, SAT, and site commissioning activities
Produce control documentation including I O lists, control philosophies, and test procedures
Work closely with design, commissioning, and site teams to deliver complete control solutions

What We Are Looking For

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, or similar
Proven experience as a Controls or PLC Engineer within power generation, energy, or industrial automation
Strong understanding of LV and HV electrical systems and switchgear control
Experience with generator paralleling and grid-connected or islanded systems
Knowledge of G99 and G59 requirements
Confident working independently and on-site with customers
Willingness to travel for commissioning and support

Desirable Experience

Generator controllers such as ComAp or similar
Industrial communications such as Modbus or TCP IP
AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN
Renewable or hybrid power systems

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

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