Switchgear Engineer
CV-LibraryLeeds, West YorkshirepermanentPosted: 13 October 2026
Apply NowKnow How Resourcing are proud to be representing our manufacturing client who are based in Leeds recruit for a Switchgear Engineer.
Please read the job description below and if it is of interest, please apply now.
Company Benefits:
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* Company Profit Share Scheme
* Nine-day fortnight, plus two paid breaks
* Healthcare cash plan and EAP scheme
* Excellent canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided
* Pension
* EV salary sacrifice scheme and EV charging
The Role:
* 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 & 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
About You
* Degree in Electrical Engineering Essential
* 5 Years experience Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV & 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 SF₆-insulated and air-insulated MV RMUs and circuit breakers, with a sound understanding of BS EN IEC 62271, ENA TS 41-36, and switchgear accessories, including TLF and VIP protection. Essential
* Familiarity with UK DNO and ICP standards and specifications, including UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, NPG, NGED, ENWL, and other UK distribution network requirements.
* Good understanding of LV and MV switchgear layouts and configurations, including close-coupled, free-standing, extensible, and non-extensible RMUs, in accordance with BS EN IEC (phone number removed) and ENA TS 41-3
Please read the job description below and if it is of interest, please apply now.
Company Benefits:
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* Company Profit Share Scheme
* Nine-day fortnight, plus two paid breaks
* Healthcare cash plan and EAP scheme
* Excellent canteen facility with tea, coffee and milk provided
* Pension
* EV salary sacrifice scheme and EV charging
The Role:
* 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 & 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
About You
* Degree in Electrical Engineering Essential
* 5 Years experience Engineering/Sales/Tendering in LV & 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 SF₆-insulated and air-insulated MV RMUs and circuit breakers, with a sound understanding of BS EN IEC 62271, ENA TS 41-36, and switchgear accessories, including TLF and VIP protection. Essential
* Familiarity with UK DNO and ICP standards and specifications, including UKPN, SSEN, SPEN, NPG, NGED, ENWL, and other UK distribution network requirements.
* Good understanding of LV and MV switchgear layouts and configurations, including close-coupled, free-standing, extensible, and non-extensible RMUs, in accordance with BS EN IEC (phone number removed) and ENA TS 41-3