Senior Electrical Engineer - Germany

What you will be doing

Development and review of schematic drawings and single line diagrams

Developing HV system studies including protection coordination, arc flash, voltage regulation, load flow and fault level reports

Pre-commissioning and commissioning of GIS and AIS Substations

Complying with specific project safety requirements

Detailed design covering all aspects of High & Low voltage equipment and control and protection systems

Specification, selection and procurement of the range of equipment

Preparation and interpretation of technical specifications and enquiry documentation

Assist with the preparation of technical and contract documentation for issue.

Monitor progress against the program and issue progress reports.

Prepare method statements and risk assessments.

Carry out document control, recording and transmitting information.

Liaising and co-ordinating with clients, other members of the design team and contractors on technical issues.

Managing all technical queries on site and assist project team in all site electrical engineering issues to include : the management, the planning, the testing and commissioning and the handover of all project systems.

Prepare programs using MS project.

Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate program of assigned engineering work and projects.

Assemble bid, approval, and construction issue drawing packages.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the design and change if necessary.

Estimate cost, reliability, and safety factors.

Use computers extensively to produce and analyse designs.

Supervise technicians and other engineers during development phase.

Build, test and modify product prototypes.

Any other reasonable and relevant duties as requested by your manager, necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company

Is this the job for me?

Suitable Candidates must have a third level degree in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years' experience working as an Electrical Engineer.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working in the power and renewables sector
• Ability to prioritise workload according to deadlines together with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to influence colleagues at all levels.
• Enjoy working as part of a high performing team.

In return from Suir Engineering :

• 25 days annual leave
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Rotation either 10 days on 4 off or 3 weeks on and 1 off.
• Accommodation provided
• Flights home
• Hired Car
• Company Pension contributions no waiting periods
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Private Health Insurance contribution
• Life and Disability cover
• EAP for employees and their families
• Educational Assistance, CPD, Chartership supports and upskilling opportunities
• Opportunities for international assignments to work on one of our European projects in Sweden, Denmark, or Germany.

Our way of working

Our way of working is called the Suir Way, designed to help us on a journey of continuous improvement.

Our people are empowered to make changes to ensure a quality install through effective ways of working.

Our people have a voice and feel empowered.

We have an in-built culture of innovation, learning and continuous improvement.

Value is delivered every step of the journey. Our efficient processes deliver value.

We have a standard, consistent and fully integrated health, safety, environment, and quality system within the business.

Suir Engineering are an equal opportunities employer, we value our greatest asset .... our People.