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Description
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Role : Electrical Engineer
Location : Aldermaston, Reading
About Glanua
Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water and Affinity Water.
Glanua is passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We know that to build successful creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver new innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential. We champion our core values and uphold the highest standards of Safety and Well-being, Innovation, Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, Agility, Accountability, Diversity and Inclusion in everything we do.
We have a talented team of 450+ people across Ireland and the UK and are rapidly expanding our workforce across several disciplines to meet our ambitious growth plans.
The Role:
You will work as part of our multi-disciplinary engineering team to bring water and wastewater projects from initial design, through to completion and handover to the client. You will have the opportunity to work alongside, and collaborate with, industry-leading project teams, working in a one-team culture while broadening your own skill set.
As an Electrical Engineer you will be expected to support the Electrical Design Manager and Project Manager in the daily operations and delivery of the electrical scope of projects. You will primarily be involved in Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (EICA) installation work however due to the nature of the works completed by Glanua you will also have an opportunity to witness mechanical and civil/building engineering works as well as process design, commissioning and operations. This will present a wide multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge base and an opportunity to progress your career.
Glanua is a progressive company that always seeks to develop its employees. When you demonstrate aptitude and interest in furthering your career within the organisation, training and promotion will always be available to you.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
The main duties and responsibilities of the Electrical Engineer are outlined as follows:
- Work as part of a team in the delivery of one or more projects at any one time, embracing the ethos of a “one team” culture.
- Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are always adhered to on-site.
- Be familiar with the HSQE management system and procedures in conjunction with the current statutory requirements
- Work on assigned projects to manage the delivery of the electrical and installation scope including design, procurement, installation supervision, commissioning and handover.
- Design works including the compilation of M&I Listings, general services design, cable sizing/cable schedules, review I/O of listings, review of control panel drawings schematics, MIC load calculations, generator sizing/review, MV design review, etc.
- Procurement of packages such as control panels, automation hardware/software, starters, electrical installation works, MV works and lightening protection.
- Conduct periodic site visits to check on installation quality, ensure works are completed to the required Electrical standards and Glan Agua requirements.
- Monitor progress onsite to ensure delivery in line with works programme, adjust workflow and rate as necessary to achieve or better completion date.
- Need to be familiar with programme and budgets for the project, fully understanding the impact any overruns shall have on the project
- Review, prepare and submit detailed Method Statements and Risk Assessments prior to work activities commencing.
- Ensure project is delivered in-line with quality procedures and that all Factory Acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), inspection and test records (ITRs), insulation resistance checks, I/O point-to-point checks, rotation checks and commissioning of the works are completed in-line with the quality plan and Employer’s Requirements.
- Preparation and submission of project handover files including As Built Drawings and control panel drawings schematics post commissioning incorporating any changes made during the installation phase.
- Ensuring design, materials and workmanship is in line with the specified requirements.
- Liaise with relevant consultants, subcontractors, site staff, commercial resources and the general site team involved in the project
- Day-to-day interaction with the employer’s representatives, stakeholders and wider project team.
- Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
- Show an eagerness to learn and progress in your own career as well as the mentoring and training of more junior staff. Glanua has a proven track record of developing graduates from college through to director level within the organisation.
- Other duties as required from time to time.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience:
The main knowledge, skills and experience required of the Electrical Engineer are outlined as follows:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a similar role, ideally working with both motive power and instrumentation.
- Minimum of a Level 7 Honours Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or trade-qualified Electrician.
- An interest in developing a career within an industry-leading organisation.
- Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
- Ability to engage with suppliers and sub-contractors at procurement stage and in the delivery of their scope of supply during contract delivery.
- Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
- Good working knowledge of MS packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Good working knowledge of cable sizing software is desirable.
- Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
- Full driving licence
What we offer you:
- The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
- Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Competitive base salary with annual salary reviews.
- A company laptop and phone.
- Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free to avail for employees and their families.
Salary
Negotiable
