Field Test Engineer
Location:
Head Office, Manchester UK
Job type:
Full-time
Salary:
£25k – £35k + Overtime/Site Allowances
High Voltage Partial Discharge Ltd (HVPD) are industry leading experts in the market of On-Line Partial Discharge (PD) test and monitoring technology for complete medium and high voltage power networks. We design and build a range of electrical condition monitoring technology and provide solutions to a diverse range of markets including; Oil & Gas, T&D, LNG, Heavy Industry, Data Centres etc. across a pan-global client base.
Over the years, our technology and international export records have been recognised through several International Patents and the accreditation of Queen’s Awards for Enterprise.
We an exciting opportunity, based in our head office in Manchester, UK (although global travel will be required), for a Test Engineer to join our busy Test Services department.
The role would suit someone looking to build upon their knowledge of the principals of high voltage insulation testing, gain professional qualifications, work on technically interesting equipment and who would enjoy travelling to countries across the world. The role requires up to 40% working in the field, including overseas and offshore travel.
We have a great track record in promoting our employees through the business; we also offer excellent training to ensure everyone is working to the highest of standards.
Location: Head Office, Manchester, UK
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: £25k – £35k + Overtime/Site Allowances
Role and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting On-line (& Off-line) Partial Discharge Testing (in additional to other condition-based testing), onshore and offshore at customer sites worldwide.
- Installing and commissioning HVPD sensor and plant monitoring solutions at a variety of global sites within Oil and Gas, Renewables and Utilities sectors.
- Interpret specs and customer enquiries and design proposals and pricing for customers.
- Processing data collected by engineers on site jobs
- Providing data analysis and writing customer reports
- Acting as an HVPD ambassador at trade shows/conferences
- Supporting customer data service requirements; to provide telephone and email support to customers
Training – Full training on our products and services will be provided.
Essential Requirements
- A minimum degree in a STEM subject and/or HND/HNC in engineering subject (or equivalent) with work experience, or to have worked in a similar field for over 5 years.
- Knowledge of safety precautions related to working with electrical and electronic equipment.
- Self-management of assigned projects.
- Strong computer skills including report writing.
- Must be legally authorised to work in the United States.
Person Specification
- Flexible team player willing to get involved across departments.
- Interest in full life cycle of test and installation projects from planning, testing and commissioning to reporting and monitoring.
- Excellent organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
Our Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus travel and site allowances.
- Flexible working & working from home.
- Annual profit sharing bonus.
- EMI Share Options Scheme.
- Excellent career progression opportunities.
- Full training and opportunity to gain external certifications.
- Cycle to Work and Eyecare schemes.
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