Generator Controls Engineer; design

Position: Generator Controls Engineer (design)
Generator Controls Engineer

Location:

South East England | Travel Required
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary:
Competitive, DOE

The Role

An established engineering business is seeking an experienced Generator Controls Engineer to deliver control and commissioning solutions for generator and power distribution systems. This is a hands-on role covering system configuration, testing, and on-site commissioning.

The role suits an engineer who enjoys working on live systems, dealing directly with customers, and seeing projects through from design to final commissioning. This is not an office-only or software-only position.

Key Responsibilities

Design, configure, and commission generator control systems

Configure and troubleshoot generator controllers including synchronisation and load sharing

Read and interpret LV and HV electrical schematics for integration and fault finding

Implement and test circuit breaker switching logic, interlocks, and protection schemes

Support FAT and SAT testing of control panels and generator systems

Carry out site commissioning and performance testing

Produce technical documentation including I O lists, control philosophies, and test procedures

Work closely with electrical design, commissioning, and site teams to deliver fully integrated systems

What We Are Looking For

Strong experience as a Generator Controls or Commissioning Engineer

Solid understanding of LV and HV electrical systems and switch gear control

Hands-on experience with generator controllers such as Com Ap or similar

Knowledge of generator paralleling and grid-connected or islanded operation

Familiarity with G99 and G59 requirements

Good working knowledge of electrical safety standards such as BS 7671 and IEC

Comfortable working independently and on-site with customers

Willingness to travel for commissioning and support activities

Desirable Experience

Remote monitoring systems and industrial communications such as Modbus or TCP IP

Ability to review or edit schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN

Electrical safety or HV switching certification

Experience with renewable or hybrid power systems

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit