Project Engineer (HV/LV)

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Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership: Spearhead installations, coordinate on-site work, and delegate roles and responsibilities to team members.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Sales and Operations managers to plan and schedule jobs; conduct site surveys in conjunction with the Sales team.
  • Installation Oversight: Lead project installations for both LV and HV applications, ensuring high standards and efficiency.
  • Training and Development: Utilise downtime at the Depot to train others in basic installation and maintenance tasks.
  • Business Growth: Seek opportunities to expand the service fleet, enhance services, and optimise time management to maximize productivity during downtime.
  • Communication: Maintain weekly check-ins with the Head of Operations to align on project progress and objectives.
  • Health & Safety (H&S): Participate actively in H&S initiatives and continuously seek improvements in engineering practices and safety measures.
  • Professional Representation: Represent AVK at Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and act as a professional liaison with clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
  • Mentorship: Lead by example, fostering the growth of team members' skills and knowledge.
  • Flexibility: Perform any other duties as reasonably requested, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to the role.

Qualifications

  • Electrical theory and principles, especially related to high voltage and power generation.
  • Load bank design, operation and testing methods and procedures.
  • Understanding of asset transportation for LV load bank assets and HV packaged substations.
  • Customer Focus – prioritise customer needs and satisfaction.
  • Self-Motivation – maintain a proactive approach to tasks.
  • Effective Communication – comfortably liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strategic Thinking – contribute to long-term planning and decision making.
  • Leadership Skills – proven ability to lead and inspire teams.
  • Coaching and Mentoring – support team members growth and development
  • Deadline Management – thrive in fast-paced environments.
  • Hold a full valid driving licence.

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Birthday Off
  • Pension Plan
  • Hybrid working / Flexible working

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Company: AVK-SEG
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Location: Thurrock
Job Description:

Responsibilities

  • Project Leadership: Spearhead installations, coordinate on-site work, and delegate roles and responsibilities to team members.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Sales and Operations managers to plan and schedule jobs; conduct site surveys in conjunction with the Sales team.
  • Installation Oversight: Lead project installations for both LV and HV applications, ensuring high standards and efficiency.
  • Training and Development: Utilise downtime at the Depot to train others in basic installation and maintenance tasks.
  • Business Growth: Seek opportunities to expand the service fleet, enhance services, and optimise time management to maximize productivity during downtime.
  • Communication: Maintain weekly check-ins with the Head of Operations to align on project progress and objectives.
  • Health & Safety (H&S): Participate actively in H&S initiatives and continuously seek improvements in engineering practices and safety measures.
  • Professional Representation: Represent AVK at Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs), and act as a professional liaison with clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
  • Mentorship: Lead by example, fostering the growth of team members’ skills and knowledge.
  • Flexibility: Perform any other duties as reasonably requested, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to the role.

Qualifications

  • Electrical theory and principles, especially related to high voltage and power generation.
  • Load bank design, operation and testing methods and procedures.
  • Understanding of asset transportation for LV load bank assets and HV packaged substations.
  • Customer Focus – prioritise customer needs and satisfaction.
  • Self-Motivation – maintain a proactive approach to tasks.
  • Effective Communication – comfortably liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strategic Thinking – contribute to long-term planning and decision making.
  • Leadership Skills – proven ability to lead and inspire teams.
  • Coaching and Mentoring – support team members growth and development
  • Deadline Management – thrive in fast-paced environments.
  • Hold a full valid driving licence.

Benefits

  • Private Health Insurance
  • Performance Bonus
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Birthday Off
  • Pension Plan
  • Hybrid working / Flexible working

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Posted: May 8th, 2026