Control Systems Engineer

Derby, England, United Kingdom

12/20/2024

About the role

Balfour Beatty are looking for a Project Controls Engineer to join the business in our Derby offices.

Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark. They’re an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join our Power Transmission and Distribution team as a Control Systems Engineer on our Control Systems Team and you’ll deliver complex work that really matters to our business, and the world around you.

As a Control Systems Engineer your role will be,

• To engineer the Substation Control Systems design and configuration for electrical HV substation projects

In return we offer you.

£Competitive - DOA + excellent benefits including Site Allowances, Company Car and Substance Allowances (Subject to T&C’s of role)

What you'll be doing

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:

You will be working with project teams to deliver substation control solutions to specific design briefs with the following expectations.

• Expected to undertake design work relating to substation control systems from the documentation expectations of the client to developing the hardware and software configurations.
• Expected to develop and maintain detailed and quality project documentation that is required by the client both design,  implementation and commissioning.
• Working as part of a multifunctional project team you will be expected to report project status etc to project management business functions.
• Expected to manage their own time including identifying and managing project issues and risks offering solutions to mitigate them.
• Expected to Interface with the client for Factory Acceptance Testing of the schemes to be delivered.
• Supporting commissioning teams both remotely and on site.  Experience on site within substations would be an advantage.
• Expected to work with procurement to develop and maintain Bills of materials for projects.

Who we're looking for

• Experience of SCADA type systems relating to HMI interfaces, Graphical design, Alarm management.
• Experience with GE and Schweitzer (SEL) products is desired but not essential.
• Experience of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) type systems, Digital and Analogue interfacing knowledge is essential. 
• Experience of IP based networking systems.  Knowledge of Cyber Security would be an advantage.
• Experience of fieldbus & communication protocols. Specific knowledge of IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 61850 and DNP3 protocol would be desired but not essential.
• Experience with CAD tools and the ability to create electrical schematics.
• Ability to quickly adapt and learn new software tools as defined by project scope.
• Experience in the Power and Transmission industry would be desired but not essential.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Power Transmission & Distribution teams work with regional, national and international electricity network owners and operators to provide technical engineering solutions across the full spectrum of the electricity grid, including overhead lines, cabling, substations and distribution networks.

From scoping and feasibility, to design, construction and on-going maintenance, our in-house experts, flexible resources and industry-leading innovations support customers in the development of some of the UK’s most ambitious power transmission and distribution projects.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com