Power generation expert Excitation & Engineering Services (EES) is expanding its operations with a new office in Inverness, Scotland, set to open in Spring 2025. EES seeks to meet growing demand for specialist excitation expertise in the power sector. As part of the growth, EES is actively recruiting engineers to provide local expertise in excitation systems, supporting Scotland’s power generation sector.
Building on its 13-year-long presence in Scotland, EES’ new base will strengthen its ability to support key customers in the power sector, particularly as investment in hydroelectric and long-term energy storage projects continue to grow. This includes the proposed Coire Glas power station which, if built, will double the UK’s long-duration energy storage capacity.
The Inverness team will provide specialist expertise in excitation systems, ensuring the reliable operation and maintenance of plants across the region.
“As the energy sector adapts to increased renewable integration and evolving grid requirements, excitation system expertise remains critical for reliable power generation,” explained Douglas Cope, founder and director at EES. “Inverness has a wealth of talent and we want to contribute to the region’s growth while expanding our own footprint.
“We are expanding our team to support the growing demand for specialist expertise in excitation systems, offering engineers the opportunity to work on complex projects that are vital to the stability and reliability of power generation infrastructure.”
As part of the expansion, EES is recruiting electrical engineers and electrical field service engineers to support the new Inverness office. These engineers will be instrumental in strengthening EES’ local presence, providing specialised expertise in excitation systems to a range of customers.
The roles will involve the design, commissioning and maintenance of excitation and protection systems that control voltage and stability in generators and protect plant equipment. The engineers will also offer on-site and remote support to optimise plant performance and reduce downtime.
“The decision to establish an office in Inverness is a step towards enhancing our support for the region’s power generation industry,” explained Ryan Kavanagh, director at EES. “With more investment flowing into renewable energy, its crucial that we can offer specialised, responsive support locally.
“This office will help us serve our customers, improve collaboration with plant operators and support the maintenance and improvement of Scotland’s critical infrastructure.”
EES is based in Tamworth, England, and currently employs 16 engineers as well as 7 non-technical staff, with plans for more later this year. Cope founded the SME in 2011 with a group of electrical engineers that he’d met working for major companies RWE (formerly National Power) and Alstom.
As EES continues to expand its presence in Scotland, the new Inverness office presents an exciting opportunity for engineers in the region. For those interested in joining the team and contributing to the future of Scottish power generation, visit www.excitationengineering.co.uk/vacancies or email vacancies@excitationengineering.co.uk for a full job specification.
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