Senior Electrical Engineer

Senior Electrical Engineer

Our client, a leading player in the distribution and transmission sector, is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join their Major Projects team. This permanent role offers a chance to work on high-impact electrical projects, mentor others, and drive strategic outcomes across safety, commercial, and technical domains.

• Lead the development and delivery of complex electrical distribution system projects, dealing with commercial and technical issues, and interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Guide the development of junior Project Engineers and team members, supporting their coaching and training needs.
• Produce reports and communicate progress, managing projects to time, cost, and quality with a focus on safety.
• Ensure compliance with legal and statutory requirements related to construction works.
• Manage and operate within framework contracts to enable the delivery of complex projects.
• Develop processes and documentation at the section level.

• Knowledge of engineering standards, principles, and practices in electrical system distribution infrastructure.
• Understanding of safety legislation and procedures, specifically the Health & Safety at Work Act, Electrical at Work Regulations, and more.
• Experience managing and administering engineering and construction contracts related to complex projects.
• Ability to project manage high-complexity critical infrastructure projects from inception to completion.
• Capability to lead and manage complex multi-disciplinary projects, including EHV substations.
• Competency in monitoring and maintaining project delivery timelines, with accurate progress and status reporting.
• Proficiency in coaching and supporting team members to develop their skills and knowledge.
• Skill in mentoring and developing team members based on experience.

• Minimum HNC in electrical engineering or equivalent STEM subject.
• Experience in electrical systems distribution infrastructure, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects at voltages up to and including 132kV.
• Familiarity with project governance and control processes, and commercial awareness.
• Proven ability to meet time, cost, quality, and safety standards for asset development and delivery plans.
• Exceptional understanding and management of safety critical issues.
• Experience in coaching and supporting individuals and groups of colleagues.
• Capability to mentor and develop team members using knowledge and experience.

• Degree in a relevant STEM subject.
• Project management qualifications (APM/Prince).
• NEBOSH or equivalent formal qualification in safety management.
• Experience with critical national infrastructure projects, including substations, overhead line, cable systems, battery energy storage systems, and generation technologies.

If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer ready to further your career in a dynamic and impactful role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated Major Projects team.