Measurement Engineer

SgurrEnergy is an International Renewable Energy Consultancy. We are one of the UK's leading technical advisory organisations, specialising in the development of renewable energy projects, power generation and transmission.  Our expertise covers onshore and offshore wind, wave and tidal, solar, hydro, micro-generation and bioenergy. Our success to date is based on in-depth process and engineering knowledge, applied in a practical manner to provide the best possible solutions and advice to our clients.

Owing to continued growth and high demand for its services, the company is now seeking to recruit a Measurement Engineer to join our expanding Measurement Team.

Job description

The principal responsibilities of this post include:

• Wind monitoring mast, data logger and instrumentation installation, commissioning and maintenance  
• Remote sensing deployment and maintenance
• Data recovery, screening and appending
• Site visits
• Power performance testing, equipment installation and commissioning
• General equipment maintenance
• Proposal and report writing

Essential criteria

• HND or above in an engineering, based subject. Preferably mechanical or electrical.
• Technically competent
• Comfortable working in remote outdoor areas
• “Hands on” approach and experience
• Competent user of main Microsoft packages
• Competence in reading and understanding standards and specifications.
• Reliability and good organisational skills are paramount.
• You should have excellent communication skills, coupled with a flexible and proactive approach to work to thrive in this busy team.
• Valid Driving Licence for use with in UK

The successful candidate will have a reasonable working knowledge of electrical and/or mechanical systems which can be built upon.   An interest in the outdoors and renewable energy and/or sustainability is desirable.  The company is growing rapidly and offers excellent long-term career prospects.

Hours: 37 hours per week. Occasional evenings to attend meetings
Holidays: 23 days and 9 public holidays
Contract: Permanent after 3 month probationary period
Training: Active encouragement of personal and professional development
Equal opportunities: We follow an equal opportunities policy
Salary: Negotiable - dependent upon experience
Location: Glasgow but travel as required.

To apply please write enclosing full CV and covering letter to recruitment@sgurrenergy.com with the subject heading: ‘MEA ENG'

Closing date for applications, 30th September 2011 – shortlisted candidates will be advised by telephone or email.

Please note SgurrEnergy Ltd will not require Agency Support to fill this role