Lead Senior Lighting & Electrical Engineer
Location: Birmingham, Hybrid, UK flexible locations considered
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Contract: Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a permanent Lead Senior Lighting & Electrical Engineer to join a Consulting Energy, Lighting & Technology Practice. You will work on major UK infrastructure lighting and technology projects within a large-scale transport renewals programme. You will take a lead role in project delivery, oversee technical outputs, and support the development of a growing team of lighting engineers.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead a team delivering compliant, technically sound engineering solutions
* Produce and check designs, calculations, drawings, and project documentation
* Oversee and support junior engineers' work
* Manage project budgets and commercial performance
* Liaise with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders
* Support bid preparation and work-winning activities
* Ensure health and safety compliance across all project work
* Act as main engineering contact on assigned projects
* Contribute to design reviews and risk management
* Act as Principal Designer where required
* Supervise and develop a small technical team
Requirements
* Experience in lighting or electrical engineering design delivery
* Strong understanding of relevant technical standards and client requirements
* Knowledge of transport/roadside infrastructure systems (desirable)
* Strong experience with CDM Regulations and health & safety management
* Ability to manage project risks, budgets, and deliverables
* Experience checking technical design outputs
* Competent with relevant engineering software/toolsStrong client-facing and communication skills
* Experience mentoring or managing engineers
* Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (desirable or contract-dependent)
* Senior Engineer level experience or equivalent
Benefits
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Career development and structured progression
* Support toward professional qualifications
* Pension scheme
* 24+ days holiday plus bank holidays
* Health and wellbeing support
* Employee discount scheme
* Volunteering and social value opportunities
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