Full job descriptionA great opportunity has arisen for a switchgear expert to join a leading forward thinking company who supply to the power industry
Job Description:
*Review Technical specification, SLD and estimate RMU, LV cabinets, Feeder Pillar tender selling prices for Sales engineers and tendering to quote to the customer, based on supplier prices.
*Coordinate with purchase department & maintain up to date monthly prices from suppliers, sending enquiries to suppliers and follow up from quotes.
*BOM- establish and select component parts to fulfil the customer specification
*Drawing approvals to suppliers.
*Monitoring any material problems at suppliers and suggesting alternatives.
*Taking quality issue feedback to suppliers and finding solutions to avoid reoccurrence.
*Visiting supplier premises for process and inspection of goods if needed.
*Developing new suppliers for various products.
*Providing technical support, calculations and particulars as and when required for all Group departments
*Providing support with technical queries from customers and attending customer visits if required.
*Working with third party consultants where appropriate
Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:
*Degree in Electrical Engineering Essential
*5 Years experience Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV & HV Switchgear industry.
*Technical knowledge of LV ACB and MCCB switchgear cabinets, with a strong understanding of BS EN IEC 61439 and bespoke LV cabinet specifications.
*Technical knowledge and experience in SF-insulated and air-insulated MV RMUs and circuit breakers, with a sound understanding of BS EN IEC 62271, ENA TS 41-36, and switchgear accessories, including TLF and VIP protection. Essential
*Familiarity with UK DNO and ICP standards and specifications, including UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, NPG, NGED, ENWL, and other UK distribution network requirements.
*Good understanding of LV and MV switchgear layouts and configurations, including close-coupled, free-standing, extensible, and non-extensible RMUs, in accordance with BS EN IEC 62271-200 and ENA TS 41-3
Additional Details:
*25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
*Company Profit Share Scheme
*Nine-day fortnight, plus two paid breaks
*Healthcare cash plan and EAP scheme
*Excellent canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided
*Pension
*EV salary sacrifice scheme and EV charging