Job Title: Senior Design Electrical Engineer
Location: Chorley, UK
Sectors: Mining Nuclear Rail Agriculture Food Biowaste
Contract Type: Permanent
Projects Secured: Over GBP200 million in awarded projects
Company Overview
Our client is a well–established infrastructure solutions provider and operator of multiple critical energy and industrial sites across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high–value projects, they are looking to expand their engineering capabilities with the addition of a skilled Senior Electrical Design Engineer based in Chorley.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse and challenging design projects across sectors such as nuclear, mining, food, and renewable energy, and to play a key role in delivering engineering excellence across the full project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the electrical design delivery across a variety of complex projects in demanding environments.
* Collaborate cross–functionally with engineers from mechanical, process, and project teams, as well as external contractors and functional managers.
* Act as the technical point of contact with clients, managing technical scope, resolving queries, and supporting risk identification and mitigation.
* Develop concept designs, load schedules, component specs, and support bid teams with time/resource estimates.
* Review and interpret client specifications, project contracts, and electrical engineering schedules during handover and project execution.
* Contribute to value engineering and continuous improvement practices.
* Ensure compliance with current regulations and standards, including the latest IET Wiring Regulations, CE/UKCA directives, and ATEX guidance.
Qualifications & Experience
* HNC (or higher) in Electrical and/or Controls Engineering.
* Proven experience leading electrical engineering design teams, particularly within contract/project environments.
* Strong knowledge of material handling systems, including control systems used in harsh and industrial conditions.
* Familiarity with mechanical processes and their role in system design.
* Proficient in specifying and selecting electrical distribution, control, and protection systems.
* Solid understanding of design risk assessments, CDM regulations, and safety standards.
* Confident in client–facing roles, including active participation in design and technical meetings.
* Experience with ATEX environments and the influence of hazardous zones on system design is highly desirable.
What s in it for you?
* Competitive salary and annual bonus
* Dynamic project portfolio across high–growth sectors
* Career growth and leadership opportunity in a fast–paced environment
* Exposure to cutting–edge engineering challenges across the UK s energy transition landscape
Ready to take the lead on major UK infrastructure and energy projects?
Apply now to join a company where your expertise drives innovation and impact.
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