Electrical,Control & Instrumentation Engineer
Permanent, full time
Glasgow/ Hybrid with travel
£59,000 - £68,000 plus bonus & benefits
Closingdate: Monday 24th March 2025br>
Who we are
We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. Wegenerate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertainworld. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the globalleader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.
You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and businesschampions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, andworking hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About the role
The role will require you to manage routine inspection and maintenance of allsystems to ensure that our Hydro power stations meet all statutory andlegislative requirements and remain efficient and reliable to maximiseopportunities for commercial running.
This will include supporting the design and implementation of inspection andmonitoring plans for short-, medium- and long-term asset integrity of allelectrical plant, control systems, instruments & associated systems.
You’ll also provide essential input into E, C&I projects from projectidentification, initiation, development and tendering through to deliveryprocesses.
This rolecovers all plants within Hydro which includes 8 conventional hydro stations(126MW) and a pumped storage station (420MW). The stations are located fromTongland at the Solway Firth to Cruachan that is situated on the banks of LochAwe approximately 180 miles apart.
On average you’llbe expected to attend one of the sites per week with some office attendance atthe Glasgow office for team collaboration. This role also allows for some homeworking. We don’t offer a car allowance, but mileage will be paid from yourhome to the site location (excluding the Glasgow office). A valid UK drivinglicence is essential for this role.
Who we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you’ll have a strong background in Electrical/ E,C&I Engineering. Previous experience in Hydro or the wider power generationsector would be ideal.
You’ll also hold a degree or HNC in Electrical or E, C&I Engineering.Ideally, you’ll also hold Chartered Engineer status (or be working towardsthis) with a relevant institute such as the IET. A NEBOSH or IOSH certificatein Health & Safety or equivalent would also be beneficial.
You’ll need highly developed communications and negotiation skills and be ableto form effective working relationships and persuade others to help solveproblems.
Rewards and benefits
As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits tohelp you thrive and support your lifestyle:
- Salary of £59,000 - £68,000 per annum
- Discretionary bonus based on company performance
- 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Pension scheme
We’recommitted to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face.Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. Wework as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for thefuture. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations tocome.
Together, we make it happen.
At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feelsvalued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, weactively work to better represent the communities we operate in, fosterinclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build thetrust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives andtalents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here .
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