Senior Circuit Engineer

Position: Senior Circuit Engineer (Contract)
Location: Fornham Saint Martin

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Circuit Engineer to take technical ownership of high-voltage electricity distribution networks and play a key role in keeping customers connected safely and reliably.

This is a senior, authoritative engineering role with genuine accountability. You'll be trusted to make decisions on live networks, provide technical leadership, and act as a key interface between operations, projects and planning teams.

What you'll be doing

Acting as technical authority for assigned HV circuits (typically 11kV / 33kV).
Planning, approving and supporting complex switching, outages and network reconfigurations.
Leading and supporting fault investigation, restoration and root cause analysis.
Ensuring full compliance with Electrical Safety Rules, company policies and ENA standards.
Providing engineering assurance for reinforcement, refurbishment and new connection schemes.
Reviewing designs from internal teams and third-party providers (ICPs/IDNOs).
Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and operational staff.
Working closely with control rooms, field teams, project managers and contractors.

What we're looking for

Strong experience within a UK DNO or equivalent HV distribution environment.
Proven knowledge of HV network operation, protection and asset behaviour.
Experience authorising or working within SAP / operational safety frameworks (or working towards).
Confident decision-maker, comfortable taking responsibility for live network outcomes.
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across technical and operational teams.

Why join my client?

Work on critical electricity infrastructure that underpins communities and industry.
A role with real engineering authority, not just desk-based review.
Clear progression routes into Principal Engineer, Network Management or Asset Strategy roles.
Strong safety culture, long-term investment in training and career development.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status