Design Engineer - Protection
Newcastle upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear) Design / Civil engineering / Industrial engineering
Job description
Title – ‘Design Engineer - Protection’
We are recruiting for a Design Engineer - Protection to join our Secondary Engineering team based in Monkton supporting our Transmission & Distribution Substations business within Siemens. The role involves providing technical input into the production of secondary engineering drawings / documents also checking against design specifications, programme and budget ensuring compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental requirements. We are looking for someone who is punctual and reliable with excellent attention to detail.
What are my responsibilities?
Production / Checking of Circuit Diagrams / Scheme Solutions
Outline development / Checking of Panel General Arrangements
Input into Engineering Technical Specifications for Substation Primary equipment and production of secondary equipment hardware lists
Production / Checking of Relay Configuration & Setting Files
Production of Setting Reports / Calculations for Unit Protections
Production of LVAC / DC system designs to include, loading calculations, cable sizing and grading studies
Co-ordinate with other departments in development of scheme solutions
Attend site meetings to discuss and advise construction staff on site related issues
Attend technical meetings with client, suppliers and other disciplines to ensure project is delivered to agreed expectations
Provide technical support / documentation to tendering department as and when required
Management of delivery of all tasks to agreed programme, quality and budget, utilizing other design team members as appropriate.
What do I need to qualify for this job?
Fully conversant with the latest Transmission & Distribution standards / technologies applicable to Protection Engineering
Fully conversant with Health & Safety standards (including CDM Regulations)
Able to prioritize workload to ensure all deadlines are met
Flexible approach to design solutions
Self motivated, able to work and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Good Attention to detail
Able to work within a team environment
Good written and verbal communication skills and proactive problem solver
Ability to ensure tasks are completed on time
Good customer focus and presentation skills