Senior Electrical Engineer

MSP Limited is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer (C&I) to develop robust and reliable BESS control and EMS functionality. The candidate must will be responsible for a small but specialist team of Software and Embedded Engineers, developing complex controls for system level and EMS.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a mixed team of controls engineers and software developers
• Assess and appraise existing control strategies
• Create new control strategies based on a project/product brief
• Integration of multiple devices with differing protocols
• Focus on safety systems and reliability
• Identify and implement security measures for internal and external networks
• Mange complex client networks
• Ensure new and existing designs comply with relevant standards, safety protocols and compliance requirements
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations on C&I related topics
• Identify and appraise new and existing components for suitability, durability and cost
• Provide support and training to members within the controls and software team
• Prepare and own technical documentation to support the control designs
• Lead projects from pre-sale to handover
• Identify and perform test procedures to validate designs
• Troubleshoot issues and faults in the factory and in the field
• Draw on previous experience to provide solutions to design issues

Relationships

Internal Stakeholders

• Control / Software Engineers – Coordinate on implementing control algorithms (e.g., PID) and integrating them into embedded systems.
• Test Engineers – Partner to develop and execute test plans, especially for high-power systems and HIL simulations.

Project Managers – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines.

External Stakeholders

Clients – Provide technical updates, contribute to planning, and ensure alignment with project timelines and ensure product suitability

Person Specification

To be successful in this role the Electrical Engineer (Design) must posses

• Attention to detail with ability to self-assess
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilitiesSelf-motivated and capable of working independently
• Safety-conscious with high attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable to changing environments and schedules
• Be adaptable and flexible in your approach to work
• DBS check to be completed prior to start date
• A legal right to work in the UK

Education, Qualification and Certification

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or HNC/D in Electrical Engineering or related field or Formal training with PLC, or time-served
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Controls and Instrumentation
• Proficient with:
• PLC Complex
• Code Embedded Software Communications CAN, MODBUS
• SCADA Hardware Automation
• Strong understanding of hybrid power systems, inverters, and energy storage technologies.
• Competent with knowledge on electrical characteristics and concepts:
• AC / DC Networks
• kVA/ kW
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and using diagnostic tools
• Prior experience with Energy Management Systems

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

• Familiarity with renewable energy systems and grid-tied configurations.
• Prior experience with BMS, PCS/Inverter systems, VFD

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