Role: Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewables Location: Stockport Salary: £65-85,000 DOE, Hybrid Working Role Overview A leading technical consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join its team in Stockport. This consultancy has built a strong reputation over the past 30 years, supporting innovative energy infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. The role will involve working on energy projects contributing to the transition to net zero, providing technical expertise to developers, investors, and asset owners. Key Responsibilities Electrical design and commissioning of industrial, utility, and renewable power projects.Managing client-facing projects, ensuring technical excellence and successful delivery.Working with HV (up to 400kV), MV, and LV systems, including embedded generation, protection circuits, grid connections, switchgear, and substations.Coordinating with UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).Conducting feasibility studies and design reviews.Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and welfare standards within engineering.Witnessing site and factory acceptance testing.Assessing manufactured or fabricated items for faults.Providing site-based construction monitoring.Collaborating as part of a wider electrical engineering team.Willingness to travel across Scotland, England, and occasionally within the EU. About You Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of HV (up to 400kV), MV, and LV systems, including grid connections, substations, switchgear, and protection circuits.Project & Client Management – Experience in electrical design, commissioning, and managing projects in industrial, utility, or renewable energy sectors.Analytical & Software Skills – Proficiency in industry-standard electrical software and the ability to conduct feasibility studies, design reviews, and fault assessments.Site & Safety Awareness – Hands-on experience with site and factory acceptance testing, construction monitoring, and a strong understanding of health and safety in engineering.Collaboration & Flexibility – A proactive team player willing to travel within the UK and occasionally the EU, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desirable SkillsA degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering.Post-qualification experience in industrial electrical infrastructure.Proficiency in industry-standard electrical software.Full UK driving licence.Full right to work in the UK.BenefitsCompetitive salary with a bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary.Support for vocational qualifications, career development, and chartership.Electric vehicle leasing scheme.Private medical and life assurance.Cycle to work scheme.Team and company social events.Milestone scheme celebrating long-term contributions. About Us Climate17 is a purpose-driven, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We support organisations committed to environmental sustainability and the decarbonisation of the energy sector. Inclusive Application Process Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.....Read more...
Holt Executive is seeking an experienced FPGA Engineer to join a high-performing engineering team focused on developing, verifying, and releasing advanced FPGA solutions for mission-critical applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology in a multidisciplinary environment, contributing to the full product lifecycle from concept to deployment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute FPGA development and verification activities for advanced technology projects, particularly in high-performance imaging, signal processing, or mission-critical systems15.
- Design, implement, and optimize FPGA architectures using VHDL or Verilog, translating system requirements into detailed, efficient solutions2.
- Collaborate closely with hardware and software engineers to ensure seamless integration of FPGA modules within larger systems2.
- Develop and execute test benches, simulations, and verification plans to ensure compliance with functional and performance requirements3.
- Utilize industry-standard tools such as Xilinx Vivado, Vitis, and related toolchains for synthesis, implementation, and debugging23.
- Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and verification reports2.
- Participate in design reviews, peer code reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering team3.
- Support product lifecycle activities, including prototype development, field trials, and transition to production2.
Required Skills and Experience
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline23.
- Proven experience in FPGA design and verification, with strong proficiency in VHDL or Verilog23.
- Solid understanding of RTL design, synthesis, timing closure, and debugging techniques23.
- Experience with Xilinx FPGA platforms and associated toolchains (Vivado, Vitis, etc.)23.
- Familiarity with digital signal processing, high-speed digital circuit design, and implementation of communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet, PCIe, SPI, UART)23.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate technical concepts effectively3.
- Strong documentation skills and attention to detail2.
Desirable
- Experience with advanced FPGA architectures (e.g., SoCs, RFSoC, Ultrascale+)3.
- Knowledge of signal processing algorithms and their implementation in FPGA environments23.
- Proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., TCL) and version control systems (e.g., Git)3.
- Exposure to hardware testing equipment (oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers) and embedded software development3.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Collaborative, innovative team environment
This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the development of next-generation FPGA solutions within a forward-thinking engineering team. If you are passionate about digital design and eager to tackle technically demanding projects, we encourage you to apply.....Read more...
The apprenticeship would start with a rotation around the business to gain a full understanding of the different operations/ departments and then focus on the mechanical engineering processes. Duties will include:
Learning the construction of 3 phase power transformers, both theoretically and practically on the shop floor.
Training on 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor) to create 3D models of the transformer designs.
Creating 2D drawings & engineering bills of material for production.
Training:
Primarily based in the workplace.
Apprentices attend Loughborough College 1 day per week during term time to study embedded BTEC qualification.
Dedicated trainer/assessor to visit the apprentice in the workplace.
Training Outcome:After completion of training period, progression to permanent role and further scope to promote as a Mechanical Design Engineer depending upon experience and skills.Employer Description:We provide agile and adaptive engineering solutions and products, including consultancy services, design and project management as well as award-winning product technology, to a wide range of projects. Through innovation and a commitment to delivering solutions that address grid-resilience and drive system change, we support the global drive to net-zero, helping to future-proof critical infrastructure. Installed in some of the world’s most demanding applications, our range of transformer solutions are designed and built by our engineering experts using quality materials to our exacting standards. The result is products that deliver on performance, reliability and efficiency – time after time. Fully supported throughout their lifespan by our team of expert engineers, our designs abide by EU Regulation 548/2014 Tier 2, also known as EcoDesign Compliance, which legislates the efficiency of transformers. The range includes power transformers, special transformers and reactors, as well as tapchangers.Working Hours :Monday – Thursday, 8.00am - 4:30pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative....Read more...
