Senior Electrical Engineer
Ceres Power is a global leader in solid oxide technology, driving the clean energy revolution. Our steel-supported fuel cell and electrolyser technology gives partners a decade of development advantage—accelerating innovation in power generation, green hydrogen, and distributed power solutions for data centre's. Trusted by some of the world’s most progressive companies, our proven designs deliver efficient, low-cost solutions backed by over 5 million test hours. At Ceres, innovation is in our DNA. Join us and be part of a world-class team making a positive impact on the planet.
Purpose of the role:
We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic, fast-paced, and expanding Test Team. In this role, you will play a critical part in advancing our solid oxide technology by designing and delivering robust electrical solutions that support the development of Test Stands and associated equipment. Acting as the design authority for all electrical aspects of the Test Stand fleet, you will ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards while prioritizing safety in every aspect of design and implementation. Working closely with Test Operations and Project teams, you will create scalable, cost-effective, and reliable electrical designs, develop commissioning plans, and establish maintenance schedules to maximize uptime and performance.
You will lead fault-finding activities, issue investigations, and improvement projects, while also conducting failure mode analyses to identify opportunities for enhancement. You will also produce detailed reports, provide accurate daily updates to management, and interface with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery. Additionally, you will offer technical leadership to less experienced team members, supporting planning, scheduling, and work package management to maintain a high-performing Test estate.
Knowledge and skills required for the role:
• Several years post graduate industrial experience
• Knowledge of design and working single-phase AC, ELV DC and at least one of either 3-phase AC or LV/HV DC
• Working knowledge of relevant electrical safety standards and regulations
• Knowledge of electronics and instrumentation including PCB design
• Ability to read and produce technical documents including electrical schematics
• Ability to plan and manage work packages
• Ability to produce risk assessments and other similar safety tools, e.g. HAZID, HAZOP and FMEA
• Sound report writing skills and the ability to communicate results and deliver presentations to colleagues and management
• Ability to visualise and summarise data, perform basic sense checking and identify inconsistencies
• Grasp new concepts quickly and develop a good working knowledge of Ceres Power products and their operation
• Delivery-focused and highly motivated, capable of handling multiple priorities and working alone as well as part of a high-performing team
- Locations
- Horsham
About Ceres
Ceres is a leading developer of clean energy technology, specialising in electrolysis for green hydrogen production and fuel cells for power generation.
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