Job Introduction

We are currently seeking to hire a Controls Engineer to work on protection control and automation in electrical power control and monitoring systems. 

Role Responsibility

• Designing, developing and configuring real time control software for generator and power system control and monitoring systems.
• Designing, developing and configuring HMI software for generator and power system control and monitoring systems.
• Designing and configuring network topologies using managed and unmanaged switches.
• Work to high standards of software quality control including use of revision control software.
• Preparation and review of technical specifications and applications engineering for control system projects.
• Provision of technical support to customers and to Brush sales, manufacturing, testing, commissioning functions.
• Participate in cross-functional activities such as customer meetings, quality improvements, product and project review.
• Support sales and service personnel by occasionally working on sites in the UK, offshore and overseas when required.
• Provide regular project progress updates, escalating potential impacts to customer and delivery expectations to relevant stakeholders.
• Other duties that would be seen as part of the function of a Controls Engineer – Software Specialist.
• All employees have a legal duty to take reasonable care for the health, safety and environment of themselves and of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work and to observe and follow the relevant systems, rules and methods of working
• The job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive and you may be required to undertake various duties as may reasonably and lawfully be required of you by the Company.

The Ideal Candidate

• Working Knowledge of electrical power systems - PLCs, Protection Relays, Control Equipment, Automation Solutions etc. 
• Degree in Software, Electrical, Electronic or Control Engineering, Computer Science or similar related subject.
• Competency in C and C++ for QNX, Visual Studio, embedded  Linux or Windows
• Experience developing SCADA and/or embedded control systems
• Working to high standards of software quality control including use of revision control software such as GIT and CVS
• Awareness of commercial issues and market led product development.
• Good working knowledge of IP networks including TCP/IP and UDP/IP.

About the Company

The BRUSH Group is the world’s largest independent manufacturer of generators above 20MVA. With a comprehensive range of products and services including transformers, switchgear, portable generating sets and control & monitoring systems, BRUSH is your ideal partner for electric power generation, distribution monitoring and control.

BRUSH has been a key figure within Electrical Engineering for over 130 years, offering a wide range of ‘electrical machines’, and providing our customer chain with the highest calibre equipment and after sales service.

Here at BRUSH we are very proud to offer:

• A very competitive salary
• Private Pension

• Overnight/daily allowances (for certain roles)
• Great development opportunities

BRUSH Group