Site Name: UK - North Ayrshire - Irvine
Posted Date: Apr 7 2026
Senior Electrical Engineer
Closing Date: 21st April 2026 (COB)
Position Summary
You will lead electrical engineering work that keeps our manufacturing sites safe, reliable and ready to grow. You will provide technical leadership across projects, maintenance and operations. You will work closely with engineers, operations, contractors and corporate partners. We value practical problem solving, clear communication and continuous learning. This role offers visible impact, clear career growth and the chance to help GSK unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
Responsibilities
* Act as the site electrical technical authority for safe operation of high and low voltage systems.
* Lead electrical design, installation and handover for capital and modification projects.
* Manage the site electrical maintenance programme and third‑party contractors to ensure reliable power delivery.
* Maintain and improve electrical standards, risk controls and compliance with UK legislation.
* Support investigations and root cause analysis for electrical incidents and implement preventative actions.
* Lead energy management and electrical saving initiatives to improve sustainability and cost efficiency.
Work arrangement
This is an on‑site role at the Irvine site in Scotland, 5 days per week. Manufacturing at the Irvine site is for antibiotics. It is advised that you take this into consideration when deciding to apply for this position. We cannot accept applications from individuals that have an allergy to penicillin due to Health and Safety.
Basic Qualification
* Engineering qualification: Bachelor’s in electrical engineering.
* Proven experience in electrical maintenance or engineering within a process manufacturing environment.
* Experience with high voltage (HV) system operations and safe working practices.
* Experience with electrical installations and safe working in potentially hazardous or flammable atmospheres.
* Experience managing electrical projects, contractors and delivering to target standards and schedules.
* Knowledge of UK electrical statutory requirements, risk‑based electrical safety management and audit readiness.
Preferred Qualification
* Masters in electrical engineering.
* Chartered Engineer (or actively working towards)
* Senior Authorised Person or City & Guilds 6037 (or equivalent) qualification for HV operations.
* CompEx or formal hazardous area training and experience.
* Experience leading or managing a small engineering team.
* Track record of delivering energy saving or electrical reliability improvement projects.
* Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment with audit and compliance focus.
Equal Opportunity Employer. GSK is an equal opportunity employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
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