TAS Engineering Consultants, the UK engineering division of GSE Systems, provide specialised engineering solutions to clients faced with increasingly complex design and compliance requirements. We have a long history of solving intricate issues. We utilise our extensive experience and combine it with our on-going commitment to define industry best practice and provide cutting-edge expertise you can depend on.
In 2010 TAS were acquired by GSE Systems Inc., a world leader in real-time simulation and related integrated training solutions to the power generation and process industries.
"TAS are our first choice for Electrical and Control Resource services. They provide a well-skilled workforce, with acceptable rates."
Utilities Company
Contact Us Today:
Email: generaluk@gses.com
Here are some of our recent client testimonials. You will find more throughout our website.
"GSE/TAS was our port in a bad storm. They were very reactive to all of our immediate issues, and were our champions who saved the day when we were in a lot of trouble. I don't know how they managed to help so quickly, but they were fantastic"
Global Theme Park
"As an engineering consultancy, your technical knowledge and expertise, especially within High Risk Systems and Design, were exactly what we were looking for"
Construction & Facilities Management Company
ABOUT TAS
From roots in the process industry in the North East of England, GSE/TAS has progressed to become a global supplier of high quality engineering services and consultancy. We have a diverse client base in the following sectors;
- Oil & Gas
- Petrochemicals
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Pharmaceutical
- Nuclear
- Mining
- Transport
- Construction & Facilities Management
- Public
- Food Industry
- Data Centres
- Theme Parks
HEALTH & SAFETY
Please click on the link below to see how we support our clients in the delivery of their safe systems and safe places of work:
Health and safety (188 KB) QUALITY
OUR EXPERTISE
TAS is part of the GSE Group of companies, and has a long history of supplying solutions, services and training to high hazard operators.
Graham Wren, European VP for GSE Systems: "Our engineering teams at TAS are world class, a fact recently recognised by GSE as the parent group. Since GSE’s acquisition we have been investing in our existing services as well as evolving our service portfolio to better serve our clients"
OUR LOCATION
GSE Systems LtdBirch House,
Three Acres,
Princeton Drive,
Stockton-on-Tees,
TS17 6AJ
Please click on the Contact link at bottom of the page to see our registered office address.
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
GSE/TAS Engineering offer comprehensive support throughout the lifecycle of assets - from feasibility studies, construction, commissioning mid-life modifications and developments to decommissioning and demolition.
Alongside our traditional skills in capital projects, the buiness has a successful track record in exacting "cut and carve" projects on operational sites.
GSE/TAS has a significant capability to support facility operators in all aspects of safely and reliable managing electrical assets.
We are able to provide a flexible resource to ensure compliance with statutory requirements, approved codes of practice and best practice.
Our expertise lends itself in supporting clients facing high-hazard, high-availability assets, where compliance and engineering excellence are paramount.
We are particularly proud of our flexibility to meet exact client requirements, and most of our solutions are "one of a kind".
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MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS
ELECTRICAL PORTFOLIO
- Development of Safety Management Systems & Procedures
- Duty Holder Support
- COMAH Site Support
- Lighting Systems
- Fire & Gas Systems
- Earthing, Bonding & Lightning Protection
- Competency Assessments
OUR EXPERTISE
For four decades GSE/TAS has provided professional electrical engineers with specialist expertise in major generation and distribution systems associated with major assets.
"GSE/TAS came highly recommended and delivered an excellent response to our Arc Flash analysis request which is currently being implemented across all our assets."
Oil & Gas Company
"I am consistently reassured by the quality of knowledge and background of your staff and the work that they produce for us."
Utilities Company
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Our Electrical Service Portfolio includes significant expertise in both HV and LV electrical systems, across all industries including COMAH sites.
We are able to provide a comprehensive service supporting Capital Projects in all aspects of electrical engineering and associated ancillary systems.
The company is recognised as a world-leader in the management of the Electrical Arc Flash Hazard, and has significant capability in the computer modelling of major electrical systems.
GSE/TAS can ensure that operators meet compliance requirements – through a structured process of base-line assessment and Gap Analysis, development of Improvement Plan and Implementation, development of records, electrical studies, creation of procedures, training needs analysis, training and competency assessments. In addition, the business can provide support to Duty Holders in meeting requirements of Electricity at Work Regulations (EAWR) 1989.
ARC FLASH PORTFOLIO
OUR EXPERTISE
Market leading practitioners with a strong track record in Arc Flash Hazard Studies; demonstrating continuous improvement, innovative service development and pragmatism.
"GSE/TAS completed Arc Flash Studies for our plant in the UK and across Europe. All of these studies were executed professionally and within tight time and cost constraints, and we are delighted that we were able to implement this important safety initiative so effectively. We would have no reservations about recommending GSE/TAS to complete this work."
Global Manufacturer
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Arc Flash Hazard Studies are rapidly becoming a defacto compliance issue. With over 15 years’ experience, 100 completed studies, innovative solutions and global recognition, we can support any requirements.
The hazards presented by electric arc faults are increasingly being recognised and appropriate mitigation measures implemented. TAS has a leading edge capability in all aspects of Arc Hazard Studies, and we are able to offer a comprehensive "end-to-end" service to our clients.
We have completed studies across a wide range of industrial sectors, throughout the UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
We offer a totally flexible service, tailored to meet client-particular requirements, scope and timescales.
INSTRUMENTATION, CONTROL & AUTOMATION
- HAZOP Studies
- Control Room Ergonomics
OUR EXPERTISE
Professional Measurement & Control engineers with specialist expertise in process instrumentation and control. Qualified Functional Safety Practitioners and Experts with Accredited system integrator status."From the commencement of this Project GSE/TAS have shown great professionalism and competency in understanding the problem, proposing a solution and producing back-up documentation that has allowed us to plan, implement and commission the solution with minimum impact on our Operations.
Target of the Project to ensure no high energy switchboards at our assets was achieved."
Oil & Gas Operator
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Our innovative Instrumentation, Control and Automation service portfolio includes significant expertise in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), together with field sensors and output devices.
We are able to provide a comprehensive service supporting Capital Projects in all aspects of control systems and associated ancillary systems.
GSE/TAS has qualified experts and practitioners trained in Functional Safety (CFSE & CFSP), using out TUV accredited software (eXsilenta) we can offer practical guidance on all aspects of compliance with IEC 61508 and 61511.
We have developed a significant track record in Alarm Management and Rationalisation projects in accordance with the EMUA 191 guidance.
We are able to engineer installations suitable for use in Hazardous Areas, which are compliant with all aspects of the ATEX Directives and associated legislation (DSEAR).
SYSTEM INTEGRATORS PORTFOLIO
- User Requirement Specification
- Functional Design Specifications
- Hardware Specifications & Procurement
- Software Architecture Development
- Software Coding
- Systems Integrator
- Islands of Automation
- Installation Design & Specification
- Communication & Networks
- Factory Acceptance Testing
- Site Acceptance Testing
- Breakdown Support
- Continual Maintenance
- Modification & Upgrades
OUR EXPERTISE
Automation engineers with wide experience in high integrity systems for a variety of industry sectors.
Specialists in Tank Overfill Protection Systems and Fuel Storage Terminals.
"GSE/TAS completed almost all of my past jobs on a turnkey basis. I have always had a great service!"
Petrochemical Manufacturer.
"GSE/TAS has an excellent mix of specialist engineering solutions, providing us with hardware and labour solutions within a very limited period of notice."
Pharmaceutical Manufacturer.
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Our Automation group are able to provide independent advice on all aspects of the specification and implementation of control systems.
We can advise on the entire project life cycle acting as independent consultants providing best-fit solutions to meet client’s requirements.
We have particular expertise in high-integrity systems, which have been verified to meet specific probability of failure on demand (SIL) requirements, in accordance with IEC 61508 & 61511.
Additionally, we are able to engineer installations suitable for use in Hazardous Areas, which are compliant with all aspects of the ATEX Directives and associated legislation (DSEAR).
Notwithstanding our independence as consultants, we can also offer solutions based on client-defined parameters; including system manufacturer.
GSE/TAS has System Integrator status with:COMPLIANCE PORTFOLIO
OUR EXPERTISE
Consulting engineers with particular expertise assisting clients in complying with statutory requirements, Codes of Practice and relevant Best Practice.
"TAS is a very professional & knowledgeable company; they are extremely helpful & will go out their way to accommodate your requests."
Advanced Material Manufacturer
"I am consistently reassured by the quality of knowledge and background of GSE/TAS staff and the work that they produce for us."
Utilities Company
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
Of special interest to Health & Safety professionals and Risk & Compliance Managers, GSE/TAS offers a range of services to support compliance.
We are able to support all aspects of compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations EAWR (1989), together with approved Codes of Practice, such as HSG85 - Electricity at Work Safe Working Practices.
We support Hazardous Area engineering providing a compliance framework designed to meet UK and European international requirements.
Arc Flash Hazard Studies are rapidly becoming a genuine compliance issue; we can support any requirements through a suite of support services. In adherence to the Safety Lifecycle approach (IEC 61508), GSE/TAS comprehensively support Safety Integrity Level (SIL) Determination & Validation.
Alarm Rationalisation - taking into account Human Factors (EMUA191) is facilitated to recognised industry standards.
SIMULATION PORTFOLIO
GSE focuses on improving human performance through simulation and training.- Improve the effectiveness of Operator Training and Qualification
- Extend the Capabilities of Engineers Performing V&V of Plant Processes, Digital Control Systems and Operating Procedures
- Provide Tools to Enable Operators to Visualise Complex Plant Events
- Provide Engineers with the ability to produce
OUR EXPERTISE
"To work around the calibre of personnel that were instrumental in getting the simulator up to this point was an enlightening experience. To think that the DCS logic and vendor drawings were handed over to GSE in an incomplete format, and then to ask to provide a high fidelity simulator with incomplete documentation was quite an undertaking." Energy Utility Company
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES
GSE is a world leader in real-time simulation and related integrated training solutions to the power generation and process industries. The company designs, develops, and delivers real-time, high-fidelity simulation software, systems, and services.
GSE simulators increase plant availability and optimize plant performance for the life of the facility. Engineers have a dynamic model for use in plant modification, evaluation and analysis. Real-time simulator training dramatically improves plant operator knowledge, skills, and competence for plant operation under all conditions.
NEWS SECTION
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ENGINEERING-INSPIRED ART COMPETITION
GSE Systems, an engineering and simulation business based in Stockton-on-Tees, are running an Art Competition for students aged 14 years and over in a bid to help them decorate their new premises.
GSE Systems relocated in December last year from their old office premises in Stockton town centre, to the prestigious Three Acres Business Park in Thornaby. The three-storey building boasts new on-site facilities, meeting rooms and training area specifically designed for the established business and its requirements.
The move is the latest in a series of business developments by the US-owned company. Following GSE’s acquisition of TAS Engineering Consultants in 2010, the UK arm of GSE Systems has successfully re-branded and is continuing a rigorous recruitment campaign to increase the depth of skills throughout the company.
The company now wishes to engage the local community to assist with the finishing touches to their new office location. Kristine Mohan, Sales & Marketing Manager for GSE explains, “The historical importance of engineering and innovation in the North East is somet ... Read More
For further information please contact: CAREERS SECTION
Reports to Head of Electrical Engineering
Career opportunities exist for significantly experienced and qualified Principal Electrical Engineers. Experience of taking a leading role in project delivery with responsibili ... Read More
Reports to: Head of Electrical Engineering & Electrical Design Team Leader
The Company: GSE Systems (formerly TAS Engineering Consultants) are established in Electrical, Control, Instrumentation and Automation Eng ... Read More
Reports to: Head of Projects
Remuneration Package: A competitive package will be offered in line with the responsibilities undertaken.
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Principal Electrical Engineers
Reports to Head of Electrical Engineering
Career opportunities exist for significantly experienced and qualified Principal Electrical Engineers. Experience of taking a leading role in project delivery with responsibility for budget control, programme and technical quality is essential. You will lead the production of design deliverables to full client satisfaction plus have the ability to lead and undertake electrical engineering consultancy studies including client site surveys.
The electrical aspects of the current portfolio where this post holder will work include:
•Significant experience in delivering design and consultancy services of high quality, to programme and to full client satisfaction. Proven track record of delivery in this area is essential.
•HV distribution design and consultancy including protection grading, fault level calculations and equipment specification such as switchgear, transformers and cabling.
•LV distribution design including specification, protection and cable calculations.
•Experience of Software packages for electrical distribution design such as SKM Power tools, ETAP and AMTECH.
•Flexibility to travel to client sites within the UK and beyond with proven experience of site investigation and data gathering.
•Ability to act in a lead engineer role with responsibility for budget control, programme and technical quality.
This role requires a ... Read More
CONTACT INFORMATION
If you would like to apply for any of the careers on offer please send you current CV to: careers@tas.co.uk
