PACKAGE Permanent role from day one Gateshead location Salary circa £60K 25 days holiday plus statutory Flexible start times Bonus scheme 5% match pension       THE BUSINESS    Are you an experienced Project Engineer with a proven background working with Substation Automation and SCADA systems? Are you able to take a cradle to the grave approach to projects and deliver the entire project lifecycle? If so, we have the perfect job opportunity for you. Westray Recruitment Group is seeking to recruit a Project Engineer specialising in Substation Automation for our client based in Gateshead. You be skilled with SCADA systems. Our client produces products and solutions for the Power Utilities sector internationally. They are a market leader in the integration of renewable energy. They are an innovative company with a reputation for delivering reliable products and solutions.    THE ROLE Interpret clients’ requirements, to design, engineer, integrate, test, and deliver the solution in a professional and timely manner. Interface with customers on all technical elements and schedules. Produce specifications / drawings and agree with customers. Drive projects to achieve an “on- me” project delivery, within budget. Engage with subcontractors and external suppliers for the delivery of projects. Project engineering, configuration, integration, and testing. Comply with the QHSE procedures and responsibly of the Company. Designing, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of PLC, SCADA, and HMI systems in automation projects. Integrate and configure software, hardware, communications, and external devices. Assist in the preparation and approvals of bills of materials and manufacturing drawings and where necessary interface with suppliers. Undertake FAT, SAT, site installation and commissioning activities where necessary. Prepare project documentation such as design specifications, factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests and opera on and maintenance manuals. Participate in project meetings and assist in the scheduling of activities. Develop additional engineering skills and expertise where required to support the capability of the Company to deliver full turnkey Substation Automation Systems and advanced Smart Grid solutions. Deliver external training on products and tools.    THE PERSON ONC/HNC in Electrical / Electronic / Software Engineering, or related subject Proven track record of delivering projects, preferably within SCADA and Automation sectors; ideally within the LV/MV/HV Electricity Transmission & Distribution Industry. Knowledge of communications systems and SCADA protocols such as Modbus, DNP, and IEC 61850. Experience of implementation using PLC logic. Experience of configuration of Zenon HMI so ware would be advantageous. Software and IT systems background would be advantageous. An understanding of substation protection schemes, relays and their operation is desirable. Knowledge of Smart Grid applications is desirable. Be willing to travel within the UK (10 - 20%) for site testing and commissioning work when required.       TO APPLY Please send your updated CV to Tony Hutchinson or apply direct by calling Westray Recruitment Group