Switchgear Engineer

A great opportunity has arisen for a switchgear expert to join a leading forward thinking company who supply to the power industry Job Description: Review Technical specification, SLD and estimate RMU, LV cabinets, Feeder Pillar tender selling prices for Sales engineers and tendering to quote to the customer, based on supplier prices. Coordinate with purchase department and maintain up to date monthly prices from suppliers, sending enquiries to suppliers and follow up from quotes. BOM- establish and select component parts to fulfil the customer specification Drawing approvals to suppliers. Monitoring any material problems at suppliers and suggesting alternatives. Taking quality issue feedback to suppliers and finding solutions to avoid reoccurrence. Visiting supplier premises for process and inspection of goods if needed. Developing new suppliers for various products. Providing technical support, calculations and particulars as and when required for all Group departments Providing support with technical queries from customers and attending customer visits if required. Working with third party consultants where appropriate Beneficial Skills / Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering Essential 5 Years experience Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV and HV Switchgear industry. Technical knowledge of LV ACB and MCCB switchgear cabinets, with a strong understanding of BS EN IEC 61439 and bespoke LV cabinet specifications. Technical knowledge and experience in SF-insulated ..... full job details .....