technical support engineer Sheffield, England
Job description
Technical Support Engineer (shift working – extended hours not 24/7)
ITM Power
Location: Sheffield
Direct Applicants Only - No Agency Applications at this time
About ITM Power
Building on more than two decades of science led research and development, ITM Power designs and manufactures pioneering PEM electrolysers that produce green hydrogen. This helps pave the way to a cleaner economy by enabling industry to decarbonise.
As the first hydrogen related company to be listed on the London Stock Exchange, it’s no exaggeration to say that we’re globally recognised experts in our field.
In recent years, interest in green hydrogen has increased rapidly worldwide. To help meet demand and accelerate global progress towards net-zero, we have scaled up at speed.
In 2021, we opened our cutting-edge factory at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, representing a step-change in our ambition as a business.
Why join us
Our business is entering a significant period of transition, a pivotal stage of its development to scale its business while advancing its organisational culture towards a highly focused delivery company.
You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, who all share our desire, commitment and ambition to succeed. Our talented team of individuals display energy and enthusiasm with the ability to adapt to ever evolving business needs, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We’ve come a long way, join us to play a key role in the next step of our incredible journey!
What are we looking for
We are recruiting for a Technical Support Engineer to be based at our Sheffield headquarters. Working a shift pattern with cover 6am-10pm (3 different shifts). The role will provide first line customer technical support, remote system monitoring and data analysis services to the business and its customers. This role lies within the Aftersales function of ITM Power which looks after installation, commissioning, maintenance & remote customer support of equipment worldwide. Due to the global nature of our operations additional language skills would be highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Technical Helpline - Manning the technical helpline and providing, customer liaison,technical support and problem resolution. Requires clear understanding of ITM Power technology and its application.
- Remote Monitoring - Provide remote monitoring of WIN-CC and 3rd party SCADA systems for hydrogen production, storage, compression and dispensing.
- Engineering Support – Provide first line or triaging technical support to ITM and third-party teams commissioning and installing ITM’s products worldwide, interfacing with ITM technical specialists and design department as needed.
- Proactive Data Analysis – Data analysis of SCADA data to predict faults before they result in system shutdowns in line with automated systems.
- Fault Diagnosis - When problems occur has the ability to understand and interrogate Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), interpretation of Logic Flow Diagrams (LFD) and electrical schematics in order to provide remote technical support to onsite staff.
- Testing Support - Direct runtime monitoring and data collection for ITM equipment during Site Acceptance Test.
- Emergency Coordination – emergency services as needed remotely for Electrolyser sites.
- Process Improvement - Identification of areas to increase efficiency and automation of processes in cooperation with SCADA system developers.
About You
Essential Experience and Qualifications:
- Base qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Strong core engineering understanding.
- Demonstratable experience in reading and interpreting Electrical, P&ID, LFD and mechanical drawings.
- Analytical and enquiring mind and an ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and concisely both verbally and in a written form.
- Good telephone manner, friendly and helpful with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Able to interact with management and client representatives at all levels.
Desirable Experience and Qualifications
- German or French speaking to at least CEFR B1 level.
- Knowledge and understanding of installation and commissioning processes.
- Experience of pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of instrumentation and measuring methodologies for pressure, temperature, moisture, flowrate, gas concentration & electrical current, voltage and power.
What can we offer you
Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and a wider range of benefits including:
- Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
- Birthday holiday
- Holiday Purchase
- Cycle to work scheme
- Lifestyle Discounts
- Free flu vaccinations
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Health Cash Plan
- Eye Care
- Gym Scheme
- Life assurance
- Enhanced Parental Leave
- Motor Save Scheme
- Tech Save Scheme
- Free fruit, tea and coffee
- Free onsite parking including free electric car charging points
We know your career is important to you, it’s important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.
Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.
