Chief Electrical Engineer

Scantec; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A major engineering firm is seeking an experienced Chief Electrical Engineer to support critical National Grid Transmission projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance. This remote role involves bid support, risk management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to achieve high-quality engineering outcomes. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, chartered status, and extensive knowledge of design practices and regulations in the sector.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of National Grid design practices and installation requirements.
• Experience acting as CDAE on National Grid Transmission projects.
• Understanding of UK legislation, standards, and technical regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support bid development and project assurance.
• Assess and manage project risks.
• Ensure high-quality and compliant design outcomes.

Skills

Technical leadership

Engineering design governance

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Job description

Chief Electrical Engineer - National Grid Transmission Projects

Location: Remote (with occasional travel to Manchester)

Sector: Energy / Transmission

Contract: Can be outside of scope of IR35

Summary of the Role

We are seeking an experienced Chief Electrical Engineer to support major National Grid Transmission projects. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, this role provides high-level technical leadership across bid development, project assurance, and design governance. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk‑aware project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Support, including:
• Identification and assessment of project risks
• Input into project programmes
• Enquiry and bid evaluations
• General technical advisory support
• Technical Assurance of DCAAR packs for project designs
• Support the wider engineering and project teams in achieving high-quality, safe, and compliant design outcomes
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across engineering, project management, and client teams

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a recognised professional body
• Extensive, in-depth knowledge of National Grid design practices, installation requirements, and governance
• Proven experience acting as CDAE on National Grid Transmission projects
• Engineering experience within transmission, utilities, or similar heavy engineering sectors
• Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards, and technical regulations
• Awareness of risk identification, management and quantification, as well as broader HSE requirements

Personal Specification

• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
• Effective communicator with confidence engaging colleagues, client teams, and stakeholders
• Consistently prioritises safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Strong customer focus and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering outcomes

If you're an accomplished engineering professional ready to shape the delivery of critical UK transmission infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.