Electrical Engineer

PNDC (University of Strathclyde); Renfrew; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in delivering safe and effective testing programs. You will contribute to the design and execution of projects in cutting-edge facilities, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders. With a commitment to energy innovation and a collaborative work environment, this position promises to make a tangible difference in the energy transition. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to decarbonizing power, heat, and transport.

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC/HND in electrical or electronic engineering or equivalent.
• Sound understanding of LV systems and appreciation of HV systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and cost-effective delivery of testing programmes.
• Lead and assist with maintenance activities on electrical infrastructure.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Legislation

LV Systems

HV Systems

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Electrical Engineer
Location: PNDC, Advanced Net Zero Innovation Centre (ANZIC), near Glasgow Airport
Reports to: Senior Electrical Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our growing team at the Power Networks Demonstration Centre (PNDC). This role offers a unique opportunity to apply your professional electrical engineering expertise in the delivery of safe, effective, and innovative testing programmes.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Senior Electrical Engineer, you will contribute to the design, planning, and execution of projects across our cutting-edge facilities. You will:

• Ensure safe and cost-effective delivery of testing programmes.
• Support the investigation and resolution of electrical issues, with occasional involvement in mechanical works.
• Lead and assist with maintenance activities on electrical infrastructure, plant, communications, and instrumentation systems.
• Implement and maintain safety and operational procedures.
• Conduct site surveys and inspections.
• Prepare bills of materials and cost estimates.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of an HNC/HND in electrical or electronic engineering, or equivalent qualifications/experience.
• A sound understanding of LV systems and an appreciation of HV systems, including protection and communications.
• Knowledge of electrical services, planned maintenance practices, and current health and safety legislation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• The ability to adapt to a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Additional Information
You will be based at our new ANZIC facility, with the potential to support activities at PNDC’s original site in Cumbernauld. You will receive full training and will be supported in obtaining LV authorisation early in your role, with the opportunity to progress towards HV authorisation.

About PNDC
Established in 2013, PNDC is part of the University of Strathclyde and operates as a leading innovation, test, and demonstration centre for whole energy systems. We work at the forefront of the energy transition, helping global partners deploy cutting-edge solutions for decarbonising power, heat, and transport.

As we expand with a new facility and over £20m investment in additional capabilities, PNDC offers an exciting, collaborative, and flexible working environment where innovation, teamwork, and real-world impact are core values.

If you are passionate about delivering energy innovation that makes a tangible difference, we encourage you to learn more about our work and team at www.pndc.co.uk.

Informal Enquiries For further information, please contact: Ronnie Gardiner, Senior Engineering Manager [e-mail]

Please note: Previous applicants need not apply.