Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Electrical Engineer Tewkesbury Area | Up to £75,000  Benefits  UK Travel An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join a growing Engineering and Project delivery business, , based in the Tewkesbury Area, delivering complex industrial, manufacturing and process engineering projects across the UK. This Lead Electrical Engineer opportunity would suit a Lead Electrical Engineer, Principal Electrical Engineer,Senior Electrical Engineer, Electrical Building Services Engineer, Technical Manager, Design Manager, Engineering Manager or Project Engineer seeking a technical leadership role within a growing organisation delivering complex industrial, manufacturing, food, FMCG and capital projects across the UK.

This Lead Electrical Engineer role offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical leadership across a varied portfolio of projects , working closely with project teams, contractors and clients from concept through to commissioning. The successful Lead Electrical Engineer will play a key role in ensuring engineering solutions are practical , compliant , commercially viable and fully aligned with project objectives.

Rather than focusing on detailed design, this position is centred around technical oversight , multidisciplinary coordination and engineering assurance cross multiple live projects.

Key Responsibilities of Lead Electrical Engineer Provide technical leadership across multiple engineering and construction projects. Act as the lead authority for electrical engineering matters. Review and challenge contractor designs, specifications and technical submissions. Ensure engineering solutions meet client requirements, industry standards and regulatory obligations. Coordinate electrical, mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration and process engineering interfaces. Support Project Managers with technical decision-making and risk management.

Drive engineering quality, standards and continuous improvement. Mentor and support developing engineers within the business. Support commissioning, handover and operational readiness activities. Manage technical input across several concurrent projects. About You Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years' experience within engineering, manufacturing, industrial or construction environments. Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure, power distribution and building services systems.

Experience reviewing contractor-led designs and engineering solutions. Ability to provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong problem-solving ability and a practical, solutions-focused approach. Comfortable managing multiple priorities across a portfolio of projects.

Experience with in any of the following environments would be advantageous:
Food Manufacturing Food & Beverage FMCG Process Engineering Industrial Manufacturing Refrigeration Systems HVAC Utilities Infrastructure Capital Projects Building Services Location & Travel - Based in the Tewkesbury area, this Lead Electrical Engineer role would suit candidates commuting from Worcester, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Evesham, Cirencester, Stroud, Malvern, Hereford, Bristol, Swindon and South Birmingham. The role will involve regular travel to project sites across the UK, including South Wales, London, Midlands & North West England (and other locations as required by projects).

Package for Lead Electrical Engineer Salary up to £75,000 DOE Private Healthcare Scheme 32 Days Holiday Including Bank Holidays Birthday Leave Annual Leave Flex Scheme (Buy/Sell Up To 2 Days) Professional Membership Fees Paid Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Free Onsite Parking Modern Office Environment To find out more about Progressive please visit