Control Room Engineer

Responsibilities

Working as an essential part of our dynamic operations team in a 24/7 control room environment, responsible for monitoring and controlling multiple joint venture assets. This role involves collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders to maintain compliance with relevant codes and practices, ensuring safe and efficient operations.

• Control and monitor the High Voltage Electrical Systems on and offshore.
• Agree the release of plant and/or apparatus for work, testing, energisation and operation in accordance with Safety Rules.
• Ensure the HV system is operated to comply with the Grid Code and Equinor Safety Rules and procedures.
• Monitor the SCADA systems, respond to alarms and situations as necessary including remote operation.
• Operational and safety switching duties, consent for the issue of Safety documents.
• Liaise with the National Grid Control Engineers and the issue of Safety Documentation in accordance with the Grid Code.
• Ensure production forecasting is provided to National Energy System Operator (NESO) and any instructions issued are acted upon in compliance with Grid Code requirements.
• Monitor and control of the Wind Turbines Generators.
• Operate the Work Release system including activation and deactivation of work.
• Perform Marine duties as per site requirements.
• Be an active member of team safety and gain full knowledge of the wind farm’s emergency response plans and fulfil control room’s role in emergency situations.

• ONC, or equivalent qualifications or experience from a control room environment;
  City and Guilds qualification also considered.
• Understanding of electrical power systems and safe systems of work preferably within a discipline of electrical, SCADA or Controls & Instrumentation.
• Fully IT literate.
• Experience as a Control Room operator within electricity network (desirable).
• Experience as a Senior Authorised Person will be considered positively.
• Marine operation knowledge and experience – advantageous.

We want you to have a rewarding and fulfilling work life. That’s why we offer:

• Not just a job – a career: your development begins on day one and you get a wide range of learning activities while building your career across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Attractive rewards: a comprehensive benefits package with a competitive salary, global parental leave, bonus scheme and pension plan.
• Wellness and work‑life balance: flexible work arrangements wherever possible, supporting well‑being.
• An inclusive culture: embrace differences, bring whole self to work, feel accepted and valued.

Equinor is an equal‑opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, veteran status or any other protected status. Reasonable adjustments will be made during the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities or long‑term health conditions.