Critical Power Installation Engineer (On‑Site)

HSB Technical Ltd; Havant; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private pension scheme

Full training and upskilling

Paid professional subscription fees

Long-term progression opportunities

Company social events

Employee assistance programme

24-hour wellbeing support

On-demand GP and medical advice

Employee retail discounts

Gym/fitness privileges

Job summary

HSB Technical Ltd is seeking an Electrical Installation Engineer to install, commission and test generator systems, UPS and associated electrical infrastructure at customer sites.

The role is hands-on, requires working across customer sites, and offers full training, progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, holidays, training subsidies, and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Right to work in the UK.
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent, preferably gained through an apprenticeship.
• BS7671 - 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• ECS Gold Card, or actively working towards obtaining one.
• Previous electrical installation experience within a commercial, industrial or power-generation environment.
• Inspection & Testing qualification, such as City & Guilds 2391.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in electrical inspection and testing.
• Full UK driving licence, ideally clean.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical installation practices, regulations and safety requirements.
• Good fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Willingness to develop technical knowledge within the critical power sector.

Responsibilities

• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and installation documentation.
• Install, terminate and commission electrical systems associated with critical power equipment.
• Install diesel generators, UPS systems and associated automated control switchgear.
• Carry out cable routing, containment works, cable termination and panel wiring.
• Ensure all installations comply with relevant electrical and mechanical regulations, manufacturer requirements and industry standards.
• Work closely with Project Managers, clients and Design Engineers to ensure compliant and integrated project delivery.
• Produce accurate installation reports, commissioning records, test results and compliance documentation.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and control-system faults during installation, commissioning and operational phases.
• Carry out electrical inspection, testing, validation and fault-finding activities.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, operational efficiency and quality across all technical activities.
• Provide basic technical and operational training to customers, engineers and colleagues.
• Mentor apprentices and junior engineers, providing technical guidance and supervised practical support.
• Maintain tools, test equipment and company vehicles in accordance with company standards.
• Support the Projects, Design, Service and Sales Teams with technical input on electrical system integration and design validation.
• Carry out site surveys, statutory inspections and system validation where required.
• Work flexibly outside standard hours where required to meet operational requirements and business needs.

Skills

Schematics interpretation

Fault diagnosis

Electrical installation

Commissioning testing

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

ECS Gold Card

City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing

Job description

HSB Technical Ltd is seeking an Electrical Installation Engineer to install, commission and test generator systems, UPS and associated electrical infrastructure at customer sites.

The role is hands-on, requires working across customer sites, and offers full training, progression opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, holidays, training subsidies, and wellbeing support.