Assistant Electrical Engineer - Tunneling & Site Systems

STRABAG; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

STRABAG is seeking an Electrical Engineer/Superintendent to support safety-critical electrical distribution across surface, tunnels and shaft works on a Manchester project. You will assist with design, procurement, commissioning and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety systems and RAMS requirements.

The role requires collaboration with construction teams, procurement, safety and planning. A relevant electrical qualification and experience in tunnelling environments are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar level role, responsible for the scope specification of underground and surface temporary electrical distribution and all electrical equipment.
• An accepted professional electrical qualification; Degree or HNC, HND in Electrical Engineering, City & Guilds, NVQ.
• Qualification in Construction Management & Safety Management. Can follow if newly graduated.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry regulations for tunnelling electrical equipment and services.
• Experience of a self-delivery model of temporary electrical systems (desired, not required).

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Electrical Engineer with safety critical role scope, compliance, specification, procurement, and maintenance of electrical equipment and distribution across Surface, Tunnels and Shaft works.
• Ensure compliance with Strabag Safe systems of works.
• Assist with equipment work package specifications, procurement, electrical services specifications, and single line drawings; site set‑up and distribution sizing.
• Assist in producing RAMS, SSOW, and Task Briefings.
• Implement planned maintenance and oversee spare parts management.
• Maintain records of inspections and maintenance (planned & unplanned).
• Liaise with tunnel construction, electrical, procurement, safety and planning teams.

Skills

Good communication skills.

Experience in a similar level role

Safety awareness

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

City & Guilds / NVQ related to electrical

Construction Management & Safety Management

Job description

STRABAG is seeking an Electrical Engineer/Superintendent to support safety-critical electrical distribution across surface, tunnels and shaft works on a Manchester project. You will assist with design, procurement, commissioning and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety systems and RAMS requirements.

The role requires collaboration with construction teams, procurement, safety and planning. A relevant electrical qualification and experience in tunnelling environments are preferred.