Flint UK Technology Services
Sunderland, Tyne And Wear
Connectivity Site Design/Technical Design Authority (TDA) Role Summary: The Connectivity TDA will be responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of comprehensive connectivity solutions, including Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi, for a new multi-tenant council building currently under construction. This role is a continuation of a professional services project completed earlier this year and is critical to the successful delivery of key services for a City Council. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design of robust and scalable connectivity solutions tailored to the complex needs of a multi-tenant environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and document requirements for Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi infrastructure. Ensure alignment of connectivity solutions with the overall architectural vision and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project life cycle, from initial design to final implementation and testing. Manage risks and resolve technical challenges associated with the connectivity infrastructure. Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions. Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend enhancements to the connectivity strategy. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Technical Design Authority or similar role in connectivity projects. Strong background in designing and implementing Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi solutions. Excellent understanding of network architecture, protocols, and standards. Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications in network design and implementation are desirable.
09/05/2024
Project-based
Connectivity Site Design/Technical Design Authority (TDA) Role Summary: The Connectivity TDA will be responsible for overseeing the design and implementation of comprehensive connectivity solutions, including Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi, for a new multi-tenant council building currently under construction. This role is a continuation of a professional services project completed earlier this year and is critical to the successful delivery of key services for a City Council. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design of robust and scalable connectivity solutions tailored to the complex needs of a multi-tenant environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and document requirements for Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi infrastructure. Ensure alignment of connectivity solutions with the overall architectural vision and compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout the project life cycle, from initial design to final implementation and testing. Manage risks and resolve technical challenges associated with the connectivity infrastructure. Work closely with vendors and contractors to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality solutions. Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend enhancements to the connectivity strategy. Qualifications: Proven experience as a Technical Design Authority or similar role in connectivity projects. Strong background in designing and implementing Fibre, 5G, and Wi-Fi solutions. Excellent understanding of network architecture, protocols, and standards. Ability to translate complex technical requirements into actionable plans. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications in network design and implementation are desirable.
Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud - Permanent - Poland Robson Bale are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to come on board for a permanent opportunity in Poland. Role can be fully remote from Poland Permanent, Excellent Salary Responsibilities: Technical Skills - Must have Leadership: Lead and manage DevOps/Infrastructure projects, overseeing the entire development life cycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project objectives and deliverables. Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Mentor and guide team members and interns, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Security and Compliance: Demonstrate a deep understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for security practices. Perform threat modelling and implement encryption, network defense, and web security measures. Champion security best practices in a production environment and address cloud security risks. Integrate identity providers such as OAuth, OIDC, and SAML to enhance security. DevOps/Infrastructure and Cloud Expertise: Drive change, release, and incident management processes to maintain a stable environment. Utilize extensive experience in DevOps to optimize performance, conduct application upgrades, and apply patches. Lead continuous integration and deployment efforts using tools like Jenkins and Ansible. Demonstrate proficiency in coding and automation to streamline operations. Good hands-on knowledge of AWS/AZURE/GCP cloud service providers. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Exhibit strong expertise in AWS/AZURE/GCP/OCI cloud services and maintain infrastructure as code (IAC) using Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation. Oversee containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes to enhance scalability and efficiency. Manage Linux-based systems and network configurations to ensure smooth operations. Security and Access Management: Demonstrate a solid grasp of identity and access management (IAM) principles. Manage Security Groups (SGs), Firewall services, and secrets effectively. Optimize service costs based on resource utilization and scale. Monitoring and Reliability: Ensure ongoing and reliable monitoring of the infrastructure to promptly address issues. Implement performance tuning and optimization strategies to maintain high availability. Technical Requirements: Proficient in Python/Java/bash Scripting for automation and tooling. Expertise in AWS/AZURE/GCP/OCI cloud services like Azure Kubernetes Service/Elastic Kubernetes Service/Google Kubernetes Engine. Extensive experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly using Jenkins . Strong familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration. In-depth understanding of networking principles. Good to Have Skillsets: Experience in crafting intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) for web applications, mobile apps, or other AI-powered interfaces. Experience with design thinking methodologies. Understanding of data visualization and information architecture. Ability to write clear documentation. Experience with voice user interfaces (VUIs). Knowledge of animation and micro interactions for enhancing user experience. Experience with design systems and component libraries. Process Skills: General SDLC processes Understanding of utilizing Agile and Scrum software development methodologies Attention to detail and commitment to quality. Behavioral Skills: Work closely with designers, product managers, Developers, and data scientists to deliver comprehensive solutions. Communicate effectively and share knowledge with the team. Be open to feedback and continuously learn and adapt to new technologies. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Passion for learning and staying updated on the latest technologies. Good Attitude and Quick learner. Certification (Good to have) : Certifications (Preferred, any 1 or more Cloud Service Provider): AWS associate certification (eg, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification. Certified Docker Captain. Azure Certifications (eg Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator Associate, DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate) GCP certifications (eg Cloud DevOps Engineer, Cloud network Engineer, Google Workspace Administrator) Networking related certification. Role can be fully remote from Poland Permanent, Excellent Salary Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud - Permanent - Poland
07/05/2024
Full time
Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud - Permanent - Poland Robson Bale are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to come on board for a permanent opportunity in Poland. Role can be fully remote from Poland Permanent, Excellent Salary Responsibilities: Technical Skills - Must have Leadership: Lead and manage DevOps/Infrastructure projects, overseeing the entire development life cycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project objectives and deliverables. Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Mentor and guide team members and interns, fostering a culture of continuous learning. Security and Compliance: Demonstrate a deep understanding of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for security practices. Perform threat modelling and implement encryption, network defense, and web security measures. Champion security best practices in a production environment and address cloud security risks. Integrate identity providers such as OAuth, OIDC, and SAML to enhance security. DevOps/Infrastructure and Cloud Expertise: Drive change, release, and incident management processes to maintain a stable environment. Utilize extensive experience in DevOps to optimize performance, conduct application upgrades, and apply patches. Lead continuous integration and deployment efforts using tools like Jenkins and Ansible. Demonstrate proficiency in coding and automation to streamline operations. Good hands-on knowledge of AWS/AZURE/GCP cloud service providers. Cloud Infrastructure Management: Exhibit strong expertise in AWS/AZURE/GCP/OCI cloud services and maintain infrastructure as code (IAC) using Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation. Oversee containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes to enhance scalability and efficiency. Manage Linux-based systems and network configurations to ensure smooth operations. Security and Access Management: Demonstrate a solid grasp of identity and access management (IAM) principles. Manage Security Groups (SGs), Firewall services, and secrets effectively. Optimize service costs based on resource utilization and scale. Monitoring and Reliability: Ensure ongoing and reliable monitoring of the infrastructure to promptly address issues. Implement performance tuning and optimization strategies to maintain high availability. Technical Requirements: Proficient in Python/Java/bash Scripting for automation and tooling. Expertise in AWS/AZURE/GCP/OCI cloud services like Azure Kubernetes Service/Elastic Kubernetes Service/Google Kubernetes Engine. Extensive experience with CI/CD pipelines, particularly using Jenkins . Strong familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes for container orchestration. In-depth understanding of networking principles. Good to Have Skillsets: Experience in crafting intuitive and engaging user interfaces (UI) for web applications, mobile apps, or other AI-powered interfaces. Experience with design thinking methodologies. Understanding of data visualization and information architecture. Ability to write clear documentation. Experience with voice user interfaces (VUIs). Knowledge of animation and micro interactions for enhancing user experience. Experience with design systems and component libraries. Process Skills: General SDLC processes Understanding of utilizing Agile and Scrum software development methodologies Attention to detail and commitment to quality. Behavioral Skills: Work closely with designers, product managers, Developers, and data scientists to deliver comprehensive solutions. Communicate effectively and share knowledge with the team. Be open to feedback and continuously learn and adapt to new technologies. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. Passion for learning and staying updated on the latest technologies. Good Attitude and Quick learner. Certification (Good to have) : Certifications (Preferred, any 1 or more Cloud Service Provider): AWS associate certification (eg, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer) Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) certification. Certified Docker Captain. Azure Certifications (eg Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator Associate, DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate) GCP certifications (eg Cloud DevOps Engineer, Cloud network Engineer, Google Workspace Administrator) Networking related certification. Role can be fully remote from Poland Permanent, Excellent Salary Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud - Permanent - Poland
Summary: A world-leading test equipment company that helps utility companies install, protect, and maintain infrastructure networks is entering an exciting phase of hardware development. They are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to help shape the direction of the next generation of underground location products. This role sits within the New Product Development (NPD) team, responsible for executing the technology and product roadmaps. You will lead technical research to increase maturity and decrease risk in upcoming projects. As landscapes continuously evolve, you'll ensure roadmaps align and research feeds into robust products. Responsibilities Include: Leading and owning work packages from inception through completion Mentoring junior engineers and leading technical/cross-functional teams Providing technical interface to product management, developing concepts aligned to roadmaps Applying electronics engineering knowledge to plan, lead, and execute design tasks Developing technical solutions requiring ingenuity and creativity Requirements: Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering or similar Skilled all-round electronics designer Strong analog design, test, PSU, EMC/regulatory, simulation, manufacturing test experience Debugging of processor-based hardware Board documentation and software team liaison Extensive product development background Ability to lead and mentor technical teams Benefits Include: Competitive salary Home/office hybrid working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus option to buy 3 more Pension scheme with employer contributions Private medical cover options Cycle to work scheme Free parking Annual bonus This is an opportunity to shape cutting-edge underground utility location products for a world-leading company with an excellent work-life balance. If you have the required electronics engineering skills, apply today!
07/05/2024
Full time
Summary: A world-leading test equipment company that helps utility companies install, protect, and maintain infrastructure networks is entering an exciting phase of hardware development. They are seeking a Senior Electronics Engineer to help shape the direction of the next generation of underground location products. This role sits within the New Product Development (NPD) team, responsible for executing the technology and product roadmaps. You will lead technical research to increase maturity and decrease risk in upcoming projects. As landscapes continuously evolve, you'll ensure roadmaps align and research feeds into robust products. Responsibilities Include: Leading and owning work packages from inception through completion Mentoring junior engineers and leading technical/cross-functional teams Providing technical interface to product management, developing concepts aligned to roadmaps Applying electronics engineering knowledge to plan, lead, and execute design tasks Developing technical solutions requiring ingenuity and creativity Requirements: Engineering degree in Electronic Engineering or similar Skilled all-round electronics designer Strong analog design, test, PSU, EMC/regulatory, simulation, manufacturing test experience Debugging of processor-based hardware Board documentation and software team liaison Extensive product development background Ability to lead and mentor technical teams Benefits Include: Competitive salary Home/office hybrid working opportunities 25 days annual leave plus option to buy 3 more Pension scheme with employer contributions Private medical cover options Cycle to work scheme Free parking Annual bonus This is an opportunity to shape cutting-edge underground utility location products for a world-leading company with an excellent work-life balance. If you have the required electronics engineering skills, apply today!
JOB: Working across an Assets and Connections Portfolio, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing and assuring high quality electrical and circuit designs to an agreed scope. Designs to be delivered to cost, time and quality targets. All designs must meet design and CDM standards. These designs could be for APP and/or Connections (non-contestable and contestable) work. The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering design technical excellence by ensuring compliance to design, CDM and relevant standards for the regulated network solutions for all APP and Connection schemes. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Production of Electrical Designs and circuit designs (below ground and in air) that can be constructed in compliance with standards and CDM requirements with no supervision and assure others designs. Deliver effective designs, which conform to all relevant Codes of Practice and company and industry standards, in conjunction with Electrical Design. Contribute to the production of technical, commercial and contractual documents for procurement of engineering products. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and company procedures. Compliance with design assurance and audit processes Preparation of concept and developed design, from specifications and drawings within defined periods. Provide an excellent service to the customer. Work as a Team Player within larger multi-disciplinary teams. Liaise with the operational teams to ensure a smooth process from initial enquiry through to final energisation and project closure. Complying with the requirements of the designer/principal designer as determined by the 2015 CDM Regulations. Ensure design eliminates any hazards which may give rise to risks; and reduce risks from any remaining hazards (in conjunction with CDM). Ensure solutions provide sufficient information about aspects of the design of the network, its construction and maintenance as will adequately assist clients, the CDM team, other designers, and contractors. Supporting and mentoring other members of the team to enhance their technical knowledge and experience. SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Strong Electrical engineering background and experience in electrical engineering. Knowledge of power system and protection design at 132KV, 33KV, 11KV, and intermediate voltages. Electrical/Circuit Engineering degree or STEM equivalent with proven relevant Electrical/Cable/OHL and substation design experience. Circuit engineering background and extensive experience in EHV circuit design and construction works, ideally within Utility sector. Competence in resolving circuit network issues and ability to provide a sound understanding of company standards and policies and their application to this role. Awareness of current and technological developments in circuit engineering. Extensive Knowledge of design processes and relevant DNO, ENA and International Design Standards including relevant operational aspects to successfully deliver designs. Ability to work with external engineering organisations and customers/stakeholders representing UKPN to best effect. Capable to sign off the designs. A good safety culture and sound understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their application in this role. Ability to work unsupervised, set and comply with own targets, and identify and implement innovative cost saving solutions. Good team working skills. A good level of business, environmental, safety, financial, and regulatory awareness. A general appreciation of financial reporting systems. Knowledge of the ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001 procedures relevant to the team's activities. Manage (not line manage) and communicate with the CAD team to produce design drawings suitable for construction. Experience of undertaking cable sizing/rating calculations for 11kV up to 132kV networks, for both solidly and cross bonded circuits (including de-rating aspects and short circuit loadings). Experience of undertaking cable pulling calculations for 11kV up to 132kV networks, in line with company standards. Experience in designing joint/pulling bays from 11kV up to 132kV. Experience in designing pilot/fibre cable routes, including splice chambers. Experience in terminations to indoor/outdoor switchgear/cable sealing ends. Experience in route proving, to determine the most cost effective and safest route install. Experience of directional drills and ability to advise/assure requirements accordingly. Excellent communication and organizational skills required, especially in relation to dealing with survey companies to obtain utility search information. Experience with producing Bills of Materials, particularly cable drum lengths, in coordination with pulling calculations. Liaise with Wayleaves and Consents to determine most feasible route. Knowledge of project management. Proficient in the use of Microsoft desktop applications, in particular: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and be competent in written and oral communications. Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and or Micro station. Awareness of current and technological developments in distribution plant and equipment. Input into innovative construction ideas and techniques, which feed into UK Power Networks Green Action Plan. Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving Chartership. PACKAGE: £70,000 - £78,132 - + car + London Allowance + bonus + benefit Annual Leave Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. Discounted access to sports and social clubs Employee Assistance Programme
03/05/2024
Full time
JOB: Working across an Assets and Connections Portfolio, the successful candidate will be responsible for producing and assuring high quality electrical and circuit designs to an agreed scope. Designs to be delivered to cost, time and quality targets. All designs must meet design and CDM standards. These designs could be for APP and/or Connections (non-contestable and contestable) work. The successful candidate will be expected to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering design technical excellence by ensuring compliance to design, CDM and relevant standards for the regulated network solutions for all APP and Connection schemes. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Production of Electrical Designs and circuit designs (below ground and in air) that can be constructed in compliance with standards and CDM requirements with no supervision and assure others designs. Deliver effective designs, which conform to all relevant Codes of Practice and company and industry standards, in conjunction with Electrical Design. Contribute to the production of technical, commercial and contractual documents for procurement of engineering products. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and company procedures. Compliance with design assurance and audit processes Preparation of concept and developed design, from specifications and drawings within defined periods. Provide an excellent service to the customer. Work as a Team Player within larger multi-disciplinary teams. Liaise with the operational teams to ensure a smooth process from initial enquiry through to final energisation and project closure. Complying with the requirements of the designer/principal designer as determined by the 2015 CDM Regulations. Ensure design eliminates any hazards which may give rise to risks; and reduce risks from any remaining hazards (in conjunction with CDM). Ensure solutions provide sufficient information about aspects of the design of the network, its construction and maintenance as will adequately assist clients, the CDM team, other designers, and contractors. Supporting and mentoring other members of the team to enhance their technical knowledge and experience. SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Strong Electrical engineering background and experience in electrical engineering. Knowledge of power system and protection design at 132KV, 33KV, 11KV, and intermediate voltages. Electrical/Circuit Engineering degree or STEM equivalent with proven relevant Electrical/Cable/OHL and substation design experience. Circuit engineering background and extensive experience in EHV circuit design and construction works, ideally within Utility sector. Competence in resolving circuit network issues and ability to provide a sound understanding of company standards and policies and their application to this role. Awareness of current and technological developments in circuit engineering. Extensive Knowledge of design processes and relevant DNO, ENA and International Design Standards including relevant operational aspects to successfully deliver designs. Ability to work with external engineering organisations and customers/stakeholders representing UKPN to best effect. Capable to sign off the designs. A good safety culture and sound understanding of Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations and their application in this role. Ability to work unsupervised, set and comply with own targets, and identify and implement innovative cost saving solutions. Good team working skills. A good level of business, environmental, safety, financial, and regulatory awareness. A general appreciation of financial reporting systems. Knowledge of the ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001 procedures relevant to the team's activities. Manage (not line manage) and communicate with the CAD team to produce design drawings suitable for construction. Experience of undertaking cable sizing/rating calculations for 11kV up to 132kV networks, for both solidly and cross bonded circuits (including de-rating aspects and short circuit loadings). Experience of undertaking cable pulling calculations for 11kV up to 132kV networks, in line with company standards. Experience in designing joint/pulling bays from 11kV up to 132kV. Experience in designing pilot/fibre cable routes, including splice chambers. Experience in terminations to indoor/outdoor switchgear/cable sealing ends. Experience in route proving, to determine the most cost effective and safest route install. Experience of directional drills and ability to advise/assure requirements accordingly. Excellent communication and organizational skills required, especially in relation to dealing with survey companies to obtain utility search information. Experience with producing Bills of Materials, particularly cable drum lengths, in coordination with pulling calculations. Liaise with Wayleaves and Consents to determine most feasible route. Knowledge of project management. Proficient in the use of Microsoft desktop applications, in particular: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong interpersonal skills and be competent in written and oral communications. Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and or Micro station. Awareness of current and technological developments in distribution plant and equipment. Input into innovative construction ideas and techniques, which feed into UK Power Networks Green Action Plan. Chartered Engineer or working towards achieving Chartership. PACKAGE: £70,000 - £78,132 - + car + London Allowance + bonus + benefit Annual Leave Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit scheme Tax efficient benefits: cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers products. Discounted access to sports and social clubs Employee Assistance Programme