Electrical CRE/ Lead Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Electrical CRE / Lead Electrical Engineer for the HS2 project in London. This pivotal role involves leading electrical design delivery, managing a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards on a transformative rail project.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in the rail industry, particularly in station systems design.
• Strong understanding of British Standards and infrastructure regulations.
• Experience in CEM/CRE/DPE roles under NR-L2-RSE-02009 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complete electrical designs from feasibility to as-built stage.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of engineers.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Electrical System Design

Communication

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professionally registered (CEng or IEng)

Tools

Trimble/Amtech Pro Design

Dialux

Relux

Job description

Job Description

Electrical CRE / Lead Electrical Engineer - HS2 (London)

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical CRE/ Lead Electrical Engineer to play a key role in delivering the MEPHFC package for the landmark HS2 Old Oak Common station. This is a high-impact position on one of the UK's most ambitious transport infrastructure projects. Hybrid working but 3 days on site/office, and you'll lead electrical design delivery, support strategic project management, and help shape a high-performing engineering team.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Lead and deliver complete electrical designs—from early feasibility to as-built stage.
2. Act as CEM and/or CRE, ensuring technical assurance and compliance with all standards.
3. Support the Associate Director and deputise as needed across technical and managerial duties.
4. Manage, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a "right first time" approach.
5. Conduct design reviews and ensure alignment with assurance processes and stakeholder expectations.
6. Lead presentations, meetings, and technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
7. Produce accurate progress reports and support procurement planning where required.

What We're Looking For:

1. Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering.
2. Professionally registered (CEng or IEng) with a relevant UK engineering institution.
3. 15+ years' experience within the rail industry, particularly in station systems design and coordination.
4. Experience fulfilling CEM/CRE/DPE roles under NR-L2-RSE-02009 standards.
5. Strong understanding of British Standards and major infrastructure regulations (Network Rail, HS2, TfL).
6. Expertise in electrical system design, installation, buildability, and long-term maintenance.
7. Proficient with electrical design tools such as Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux, or Relux.
8. Strong leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management abilities.
9. Excellent communication, reporting, and organisational skills.

Why This Role?

This is your opportunity to be part of a transformative rail project that will define the future of transport in the UK. You'll be contributing directly to the success of a complex, high-profile programme supported by a talented and collaborative team of professionals.