Senior Service Electrical Engineer II Powell UK Service Field Service

Powell

The Role

Overview

Commission LV/MV switchgear: install, test, commission and maintain on field sites.

Key Responsibilities

  • switchboard install
  • commissioning
  • testing
  • troubleshooting
  • reporting
  • client liaison

Tasks

-Installation of LV/MV switchboards. -Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation. -Carry out Site Acceptance Testing to customers specifications. -Support training and mentoring of junior engineers or technicians when required. -Perform site-based commissioning of LV/MV switchgear systems, including functional testing, protection relay configuration, and system integration. -Conduct pre-commissioning checks, insulation resistance tests, and fault diagnostics. -Provide technical support and troubleshooting during and after commissioning. -Prepare and submit detailed commissioning reports, test records, and documentation. -Ensure compliance with industry standards, client specifications, and health & safety regulations. -Participate in site surveys, risk assessments, and method statement preparation. -Liaise with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.

Requirements

  • scada
  • plcs
  • switchgear
  • relays
  • onc
  • communication

What You Bring

-Strong communication and interpersonal skills. -Experience with SCADA systems, PLCs, and automation interfaces. -Full Clean UK Driving License. -The ability to think through and adopt a clear, sensible approach to planning, prioritising and organising tasks and activities to meet deadlines and targets. Makes the most efficient use of time and other resources. -A good technical background with specific bias towards the installation, commissioning & maintenance of Low Voltage and Medium Voltage Switchgear and associated equipment. -Willingness to travel (including internationally) and work flexible hours, including weekends if required. -The ability to effectively communicate using both verbal and written communication that delivers high levels of confidence in those dealt with. -Proven experience in commissioning LV/MV switchgear, ideally in industrial or utility environments. Preferably in an Oil & Gas/Petrochem environment. -The ability to pragmatically solve problems using varied approaches and considering all relevant factors and options before making a decision/taking action. -The ability to meet the expectations of both internal and external customers, clients and suppliers through a sound understanding of their requirements, being responsive to their needs and exceeding their requirements. -Ability to work independently and manage multiple site activities -Familiarity with protection relays (e.g., Siemens, ABB, Schneider, GE, etc.). -Educated to a minimum of ONC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

The Company

About Powell

-Evolved into a global manufacturer of switchgear, power control rooms, E‑houses, motor control, bus duct, and power management systems. -Typical projects span industrial plants, utilities, renewable energy sites, data centers, pipelines and mining operations. -Serves a wide range of sectors including oil & gas, petrochemical, pipelines, utilities, mining, commercial, and renewables. -Operates global factories and service centers, offering turnkey, single‑source engineering and project delivery. -Headquartered in Houston, still led by its founding mission but with modern engineered solutions for complex grids.

Sector Specialisms

Oil and Gas Refining

Offshore Oil and Gas Production

Petrochemical

Pipeline

Traction Power

Electric Utilities

Renewables

Data Centers

Mining and Metals

Commercial

Pulp and Paper

Government