Electrical Operations – Maintenance Engineer

YLEM Energy

. Deliver safe, efficient and commercially successful operations, maintenance and comprehensive operational support across nationwide power generation assets and customer facilities .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £54,855 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge in Electrical Asset Maintenance and Control Systems, with a strong focus on fault diagnosis and industrial Plant Commissioning. Proficient in managing operations while ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and quality procedures.

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Electrical Asset MaintenanceControl SystemsPlant Commissioning18th Edition Wiring RegulationsHV AP/SAP Status

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Hard Skills

Fault DiagnosisSystem RectificationPLC FrameworksSequential Logic ControllersGas Engine ControlPerformance OptimisationCommissioningElectrical Inspection & TestingTelemetry Hardware ReplacementElectrical Equipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

Self-Motivated LeadershipExcellent Organisational SkillsTime-Management SkillsAdaptability to Changing PrioritiesProactive Problem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Asset Management SoftwareLogic Configuration SoftwareControl Program LogicTelemetry SystemsHV Switchgear Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)Electrical Inspection & Testing Certification (EIT 2391:52)Gas Safe AccreditationHV AP/SAP Certification

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationIndustrial StandardsHealth and Safety LegislationEnvironmental StandardsReciprocating Power Generation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver safe, efficient and commercially successful operations, maintenance and comprehensive operational support across nationwide power generation assets and customer facilities
Perform planned and reactive maintenance, complex fault diagnosis, service, modification, replacement and rectification across generation assets and auxiliary equipment
Interrogate control program logic, software sequences and telemetry signals to resolve plant operational anomalies
Identify root causes of known and potential faults and implement efficient structural remediation
Maintain operations and maintenance procedures, manuals, records and stock control systems
Submit accurate daily work accounts and communicate progress with line and equipment managers
Develop and supervise operations staff, including training on fault finding, commissioning, inspection, rectification and remediation
Maintain progress on electrical works to ensure safe, timely and efficient completion
Coordinate the corporate NICEIC accreditation framework
Coordinate Fire & Gas protection testing in accordance with statutory regulations
Develop fault-finding, control and replacement manuals and guides for electrical equipment
Perform quality control and fault reporting for adopted plant and equipment
Supervise or undertake installation and commissioning tests and retain accurate records
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company H&S/Quality procedures
Inspect and maintain site LV electrical equipment
Supervise and undertake operation of HV switchgear systems
Replace and upgrade obsolete control systems and telemetry hardware
Scope electrical engineering jobs and recommend additional works
Prepare and deliver electrical training
Prepare commissioning and testing strategies and set standards with the Service Manager
Provide 24-hour call-out support according to an agreed rota
Prioritise and coordinate own workload
Attend operational and alignment meetings and perform other reasonable management tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Extensive knowledge and experience of Electrical asset maintenance, Control Systems, and industrial Plant Commissioning
Experience with electric/electronic controls spanning 12v DC to 415v AC 3ø configurations
Advanced fault location, system diagnosis, and physical rectification of systems, PLC frameworks and sequential logic controllers
Demonstrable proactive experience of “finding out” and research for unfamiliar equipment, its operation, maintenance, common faults and repair
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and Electrical Inspection & Testing Certification (EIT 2391:52 or equivalent)
HV AP/SAP status (High Voltage Authorised Person / Senior Authorised Person) or actively working towards certification
Gas Engine Control, Performance Optimisation, and Commissioning across core platforms including CAT, Perkins, MAN, MWM, MTU, Mercedes and Scania
Gas Safe Accreditation, or a clear, verified pathway to finalise the credential within the initial onboarding probation period
Knowledge of current UK Legislation and industrial environmental standards
Computer literacy and proficiency in modern asset management and logic configuration software
Significant, specialised reciprocating power generation industry exposure
Self-motivated and safety-oriented leadership
Ability to adapt to fast-changing priorities and follow clear instructions
Excellent organisational and time-management skills
Proven ability to meet tight contract-agreed deadlines
Flexible approach to a varying national workload, regular commercial travel and overnight stays
UK driving license and passport required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Company Performance related bonus scheme
Pension (5.5% employer, 3.5% employee contributions)
Death in service 4x salary
Subsidised Private Health Scheme
Subsidised Health cash Scheme
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Extra annual leave option to buy or sell up to 5 days
2 extra days holiday after 3 years service
Birthday leave
Company Sick Pay
Company Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
Discounts scheme
Refer a friend
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
Mental Health First Aiders
Charity Work Day
Social Committee for Company Events