Electrical Generator Engineer

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Electrical Generation Engineer – CHP

Up to £50,000 (DOE)

South of England

Alecto Recruitment is working with a leading power generation and energy company who are seeking an Electrical Generation Engineer to support electrical maintenance, commissioning, and system optimisation across sites in the South of England.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair on generation assets and control systems.
  • Support commissioning, testing, and integration of new plant and facilities into operations.
  • Diagnose control system faults, including PLC logic and signal issues, and implement solutions.
  • Inspect, maintain, and operate LV/HV electrical equipment (subject to competency).
  • Upgrade and replace control systems and electrical components where required.
  • Support and develop Operations staff through training, guidance, and supervision.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures, NICEIC standards, and H&S legislation.
  • Manage electrical projects, including scoping works and supporting project delivery.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and commissioning records.
  • Participate in call‑out rota and provide technical support across sites.

Skills & Requirements

  • Strong experience in electrical maintenance, control systems, and commissioning.
  • Experience with CHP, gas engines, and/or solar systems.
  • Knowledge of generator control systems (e.g. CAT, MAN, MTU, etc).
  • Experience with electrical systems (12V DC – 415V AC, 3-phase).
  • Proven fault‑finding and PLC diagnostic skills.
  • 18th Edition and testing/inspection qualifications (2391 desirable).
  • HV AP/SAP (desirable).
  • Gas Safe (or willingness to obtain).

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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Electrical Generation Engineer – CHP

Up to £50,000 (DOE)

South of England

Alecto Recruitment is working with a leading power generation and energy company who are seeking an Electrical Generation Engineer to support electrical maintenance, commissioning, and system optimisation across sites in the South of England.

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair on generation assets and control systems.
  • Support commissioning, testing, and integration of new plant and facilities into operations.
  • Diagnose control system faults, including PLC logic and signal issues, and implement solutions.
  • Inspect, maintain, and operate LV/HV electrical equipment (subject to competency).
  • Upgrade and replace control systems and electrical components where required.
  • Support and develop Operations staff through training, guidance, and supervision.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures, NICEIC standards, and H&S legislation.
  • Manage electrical projects, including scoping works and supporting project delivery.
  • Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and commissioning records.
  • Participate in call‑out rota and provide technical support across sites.

Skills & Requirements

  • Strong experience in electrical maintenance, control systems, and commissioning.
  • Experience with CHP, gas engines, and/or solar systems.
  • Knowledge of generator control systems (e.g. CAT, MAN, MTU, etc).
  • Experience with electrical systems (12V DC – 415V AC, 3-phase).
  • Proven fault‑finding and PLC diagnostic skills.
  • 18th Edition and testing/inspection qualifications (2391 desirable).
  • HV AP/SAP (desirable).
  • Gas Safe (or willingness to obtain).

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Posted: April 19th, 2026