Role Overview
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle – from design and procurement to construction, commissioning, and handover. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the safe and compliant delivery of all HV/LV electrical systems and associated infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the electrical design of HV/LV systems, protection schemes, and control systems.
* Produce and review single-line diagrams, coordination studies, and detailed design drawings.
* Conduct power system studies (load flow, fault level, and stability analysis).
* Review and approve electrical equipment specifications and vendor documentation.
* Ensure full compliance with UK grid codes, G99, and relevant standards.
* Develop tender packages, evaluate bids, and support contractor selection.
* Oversee on-site inspections, commissioning activities, and safety compliance.
* Act as an Electrically Authorised Person (EAP) and support EAP training.
* Manage technical queries, RFIs, and review as-built documentation.
1. Requirements
* BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering or related field.
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
* Authorised Person HV/LV qualification or equivalent desirable.
* Solid background in HV system design (11kV–132kV) and protection schemes.
* Experience in BESS, hydrogen, and/or solar PV projects.
* Strong understanding of UK grid compliance and connection processes.
* Proficiency with power system analysis and electrical CAD software.
* Familiarity with IEC 61850, protection relay coordination, and commissioning protocols.
Location: On Site (UK)
Start Date: November 2025
Contract Type: Contract
Sector: BESS