Overview
This job is with E.ON UK, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Location: Lockerbie, Scotland | Salary: £63,273 – £76,669 + Allowances.
At E.ON Energy Infrastructure Solutions (EIS) UK, we are leading the way in the UK's energy transition, playing a pivotal role in achieving net zero. We specialise in delivering innovative, sustainable energy infrastructure, including heat networks that provide efficient, low-carbon heating solutions to communities and businesses. With our projects, we are reducing carbon footprints and driving forward the shift to cleaner energy. Join us and be part of a team that’s not just imagining a greener future but actively building it.
We’re looking for an EC&I Engineer to join our operations team at Steven’s Croft Biomass Power Station, a 48MW facility located in Lockerbie, Scotland. This is an incredibly rare chance to join our high performing, safety-focused, performance-driven team. In the role, you’ll help keep our plant running safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide electrical and control system support and expertise to the site team.
* Carry out key Safety Rule roles of Authorised Person, Selected Person, Competent Person and Nominated Supervisor.
* Take ownership for the safe, compliant and commercially optimised operation and maintenance of all site electrical assets.
* Liaise with contractors, suppliers and internal asset management colleagues to ensure a robust maintenance management programme.
* Develop, adopt and implement best electrical engineering and maintenance practices for you and your team.
* Develop and own personal development and training plans for you and your team.
* Ensure the plant is maintained in a safe, compliant and efficient manner to World Class standards.
* Provide technical guidance, direction, leadership and co-ordination to the site team.
* Promote trust and good working relationships within the site team and wider stakeholders.
* Coach and mentor individuals to support personal and team objectives.
* Understand the commercial aspects of plant operation.
* Identify plant improvements and implement using the Plant Modification Procedure.
* Undertake all mandatory company training and ensure that all Compliance and Governance requirements are maintained at all times.
* Ensure effective communications with all stakeholders.
* Manage specific budgets for areas under your control.
* Provide technical support to site out with normal working hours.
What we need from you
* A relevant technical qualification (such as an HNC) or equivalent with proven practical experience.
* A relevant safety qualification such as IOSH or equivalent.
* A thorough understanding of HV and LV electrical systems, variable speed drives, DCS, transformers, generators and protection systems, industrial networks and automation components.
* Experience of contract management, budgetary and procurement processes.
* Project management skills.
* Experience liaising effectively with contractors, suppliers and internal engineering or asset management teams.
* Good understanding of planned and preventative maintenance strategies and continuous improvement.
* Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to colleagues, including coaching or mentoring where required.
It would be great if you had
* NEBOSH
* Degree qualified with potential to achieve professional status (e.g. MIET).
* Instrumentation skills and experience.
* A thorough understanding of electrical legislation and regulations (e.g. BS7671, IEE 18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
* CompEx Responsible Persons (Ex14)
Here’s what you need to know
* Award-Winning Workplace - Named Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2025 and Best Place to Work for 16–34-year-olds.
* Outstanding Benefits - 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax/NI savings.
* Flexible & Family-Friendly - Hybrid and family-friendly policies recognized by awards.
* Inclusive & Diverse - Included in Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers; winners of awards for women and inclusive culture.
* Support at Every Stage of Life - Fertility Friendly and Menopause Friendly accreditation, with inclusive support.
* Accessible & Supportive - Disability Confident Employer with interview guarantees and adjustments as needed.
* Invested in Your Growth - Inclusive talent networks and development programmes to support growth.
At a glance
Reference no.: 242256 | Closing date: 09/02/2026 | Salary: £63,273- £76,669 + Allowances.
Get in touch
If you have any questions please contact the Recruiter, melissa.newell@eonenergy.com. Please note, CVs emailed directly will not be considered.
About us
E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries work daily towards the improvement of technical innovations and user-friendly customer solutions for the new energy world. We are the first large energy company to focus more heavily upon the energy of the future through our three business areas of energy networks, renewable energies and customer solutions.
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