We are recruiting for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of complex power generation, renewable energy and industrial infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is a technically challenging role working across:

• Power generation

• Grid integration

• Battery energy storage (BESS)

• Renewable energy

• Energy from waste

• Industrial energy systems

You will play a key role across full project lifecycles from feasibility and design through to commissioning and operational optimisation within an engineering-led environment delivering real UK infrastructure.

The Role
Electrical Design & Engineering

• Lead design and specification of electrical systems

• Produce and review SLDs, protection philosophies, equipment specifications

• Ensure compliance with IEC, ENA, BS7671 and UK grid standards

Grid Integration & Power Systems

• Support grid connection strategies

• Interface with DNOs, utilities and network operators

• Provide technical input into power system studies

Feasibility & Technical Due Diligence

• Conduct early-stage engineering assessments

• Identify technical risk and viability

• Support cost modelling and investment decisions

Project Lifecycle Delivery

• Act as Electrical Engineering Lead from concept to commissioning

• Provide installation oversight and commissioning support

• Ensure systems are delivered to design intent

Modelling & Performance Optimisation

• Use engineering software (AutoCAD, MATLAB or similar)

• Support system modelling, stability assessment and optimisation

Control & Process Integration

• Work alongside SCADA and control engineers

• Support electrical integration within process plant environments

Technical Troubleshooting

• Root cause analysis and fault finding

• Site-based technical support when required

Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface with contractors, regulators and technology vendors

• Represent the business in technical meetings

Whats in it for you?

• Car allowance

• Annual bonus scheme

• Private medical insurance

• 5% employer pension contribution

• Life assurance (4x salary)

• Exposure to major UKenergy transition & infrastructure projects

• Full lifecycle project involvement

• Long-term sector growth & career progression

About You

You will likely have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

• Chartered status (or working toward)

• Experience delivering power generation or infrastructure projects

• Strong knowledge of grid integration and power systems

• Understanding of IEC, ENA, BS7671 standards

• Experience in renewable energy, BESS, energy from waste or process plant (desirable)

• Exposure to SCADA or industrial control environments

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple technical workstreams

• Willingness to travel across UK project sites

Why Apply?

• Work on critical UK energy infrastructure

• Influence real-world operational assets

• Engineering-led culture with technical autonomy

• High-growth sector: renewables, grid stability, energy transition

• Long-term career security in a future-focused market

If youre an experienced Electrical Project Engineer looking to step into a senior, technically impactful role within the UK energy and infrastructure sector wed welcome your application.

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