Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer Our client is looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to join their engineering team. The role is based in the North East (Teesside). Key Accountabilities * Provide technical support, leadership and guidance to projects, operations, and maintenance. * Competency assessment of site electricians and contractors’ electricians. * Specification, budgeting and scheduling of electrical inspection and preventative maintenance, including HV / LV and ATEX routines to ensure reliable, safe and reliable operation. * Development of HV switching programs * Responsible for the application of appropriate electrical engineering codes and standards and management of any deviations from standards. * Prepare cost estimates and business case proposals for electrical equipment/system CAPEX. * Perform electrical calculations, prepare drawings and technical specifications. * Perform electrical network modelling using software tools (e.g. ETAP) * Provide technical support in troubleshooting and conduct Root Cause Failure Analysis. * Report monthly progress on electrical engineering & maintenance KPIs * Provide input on method statements and risk assessments. * Ensure that contractors work to the site procedures and in line with the UK safety management systems Skills, Qualifications & Experience: * Degree educated * Experience managing design/installation/commissioning and maintenance of electrical systems on a COMAH site, preferably in the bulk liquid storage sector * Significant electrical system design experience, load lists, SLDs, cable sizing, fault level, protection grading studies and motor starting calculations. * Specification of equipment for installation in Hazardous areas * Experience in training and mentoring site electricians * Working Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as BS 7671 and BS EN60079. * Knowledge and skills will cover hydrocarbon & chemical storage, process safety and knowledge of UK specific regulations such as Electricity at Work Regulations, DSEAR, PUWER, CDM and COMAH. Due to the high volume of candidates responding to our adverts unfortunately we are not always able to provide individual feedback. If you don't hear from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. We will however keep your details on file and you may be contacted about other opportunities in the future