Senior Electrical Design Engineer
Job in
Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-16
Listing for:
Kintec Global Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
An established engineering organisation is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support major transmission and distribution projects in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure programmes with a strong pipeline of future work and a clear pathway toward Principal Engineer level.
You will contribute to detailed design and provide construction support, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver detailed Protection and Control design under an agreed design authority
- Interpret technical specifications and prepare engineering documentation and Bills of Quantities
- Review supplier quotations and ensure alignment with technical and project requirements
- Produce and check design calculations, drawings, and secondary system designs
- Participate in design reviews, verification processes, and design risk assessments
- Provide technical guidance to engineers and support external designers to ensure quality delivery
- Support construction teams with specialist input on substation automation and secondary systems
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure designs are compliant and buildable
- Support and mentor junior engineers through technical review and knowledge sharing
- Proven experience delivering electrical design for high-voltage transmission systems (up to 400kV or equivalent)
- Strong understanding of protection schemes, substation automation, and secondary systems
- Experience working within multidisciplinary project environments
- Ability to work effectively with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
- Practical, safety-focused approach with strong commercial awareness
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
- Long-term career development opportunities within a growing project portfolio
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK; sponsorship is not available for this role
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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