Graduate Electrical Engineer

Celtic Renewables are widely regarded as one of the most innovative Biotech companies in Europe, having developed technology patent(s) for the conversion of biological residues into sustainable green chemicals. The process is an inspirational reinvention of a century old process known as the Acetone-Butanol-Ethanol (ABE) fermentation, in order to bring this age-old fermentation back to the global scale. The green chemicals produced by this innovative process are highly sought after across a range of industries - from cosmetics, food flavourings, hygiene, pharmaceuticals through to use for biofuels. The company has completed construction and is now operating the state-of-the-art processing plant in Grangemouth, a historical exemplar plant for Scotland, and are currently producing ABE at a commercial scale.

This first commercial plant is the launching pad for our ambitious international growth plans. The Grangemouth facility is the exemplar to building larger scale facilities across the UK and internationally. The recruitment of a Graduate Electrical Engineer into the business is part of our strategic growth plan to enhance our internal talent pool to help develop future project opportunities. 

Job Overview 

The Graduate Electrical Engineer will join the Engineering and Projects (E&P) team at Celtic Renewables Limited (CRL). The successful applicant will gain first-hand experience at the Celtic Renewables Grangemouth (CRG) plant learning about the ABE process and the different types of technology deployed in the exemplar plant. Working closely with the site operations team the Graduate Electrical and Automation Engineer will have the opportunity to assist with the optimisation of the CRG plant.

The Graduate Electrical Engineer role will be at the forefront of the design, development and commissioning of new ABE fermentation plants. You will work closely with the E&P team throughout the full project development process to ensure successful and timely delivery of project plans.

You will be primarily based between the Edinburgh office and the Grangemouth Facility. You will be required to visit potential development and partner sites as necessary.

Work Scope

• Assisting the E&P Team to develop electrical, control & instrumentation design and documentation for new projects.
• Supporting our operational CRG plant and any future plants to assist with upgrades, fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Develop knowledge of EC&I instruments and devices and become a technical resource for the team.
•  Build software development skills for PLC and SCADA plant process controllers and displays.
• Produce training packs to support operator training and commissioning of future plants.
• Perform technical studies in applicable process related technical issues and report and feedback findings to the team and / or the executive team.
• Assist with the development of E&I design documentation to ensure delivery of the project delivery plan timescales.
• Assist the E&P team to help develop company standards and project delivery model.
• Work with contractors to ensure that optimal delivery of work packages and ensure adherence to company policies and standards.

Role Responsibilities

• You will work with the E&P team in the preparation and/or review of project deliverables such as technical specifications, P&ID’s, control philosophies, instrument and IO schedules, electrical load schedules, single line diagrams and associated project documentation.
• Design of control system architecture, including PLC, IO module and VSD selection.
•  Modifications to the plant control system software including sequence changes, HMI display changes, test specifications and testing.
• Fault finding and remote support for plant control system software and hardware.
• Work with the operations teams in the transition of our Caledon Green Biorefinery to optimise performance and realise best value.
• You will ensure that all project activities are conducted within applicable legislation and in accordance with agreed Company policies, processes and procedures.
• You will support and assist with project procurement activities including equipment and service scoping, tender processes, contract negotiations, contract award and close monitoring of variations to ensure CRL obtains the best value and most effective solution. 

About you

•  Minimum BEng in Electrical Engineering
•  Resilient, hardworking, and diligent with excellent attention to detail
• Strong appetite to apply learning and continue professional growth in a practical work environment.
• Proactive and hands on with a strong team ethos.
• Excellent communication skills with a good knowledge of English, both written and verbal
• Good working understanding of Microsoft IT packages
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Full UK Driving Licence
• CRL will actively support and encourage the successful applicant to achieve formal professional qualification e.g. Chartered Engineer Status.