Electrical Design Engineer (Power Generation)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Healthcare

25 Days Holiday

Life Insurance

Training

Progression

Company Benefits

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer for power generation projects in Manchester. You will design LV/HV networks and BESS systems, producing drawings and tech documentation while coordinating with clients, DNOs and suppliers.

This hybrid role offers a competitive salary and a structured career path. You will work on LV/HV distribution, protection schemes, and equipment specifications, with site visits to support design development and delivery.

Qualifications

• HND or higher in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with power generation, LV/HV systems, or electrical distribution.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Experience with Trimble and Amtech software.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design LV/HV networks, power generation and BESS electrical systems.
• Produce electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Develop LV/HV protection schemes and complete cable sizing calculations.
• Specify switchboards, transformers and associated electrical equipment.
• Liaise with clients, DNOs, suppliers and project teams throughout delivery.

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (Power Generation)

£45,000-£55,000 + Private Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday + Life Insurance + Training + Progression + Company Benefits

Manchester - Hybrid

Are you an Electrical Design Engineer with experience in power generation or electrical systems looking to join a market-leading energy specialist, where you'll work on innovative LV/HV networks, power generation and BESS projects while receiving excellent training and long-term career progression?

This is an opportunity to join a leading international power generation specialist established in 1985. With over 230 employees, the business designs, manufactures, installs and maintains low-carbon energy solutions including CHP, Tri-Generation and battery energy storage systems, helping industrial and public sector clients improve energy efficiency, reduce costs and achieve their sustainability goals.

In this role, you will design and develop LV and HV electrical networks, power generation and distribution systems, as well as DC systems for BESS projects. You'll produce detailed electrical designs and technical documentation, develop LV/HV protection schemes, carry out cable sizing and prepare specifications for switchboards, transformers and other electrical equipment.

Working closely with project teams, clients, DNOs and suppliers, you'll support multi-discipline projects from design through to delivery, ensuring technical information is produced accurately and on time. You'll also carry out site visits to support design development, troubleshooting and as-built updates.

This role would suit an Electrical Design Engineer, Electrical Engineer or similar, looking to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll work on technically varied energy projects and develop your expertise across power generation and battery storage technologies.

The Role:

• Design LV/HV networks, power generation and BESS electrical systems
• Produce electrical drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Develop LV/HV protection schemes and complete cable sizing calculations
• Specify switchboards, transformers and associated electrical equipment
• Liaise with clients, DNOs, suppliers and project teams throughout delivery

The Person:

• HND or above in Electrical Engineering or similar
• Experience with power generation, LV/HV systems or electrical distribution
• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Experience with Trimble / Amtech
• Full UK Driving Licence

Reference: BBBH26870

Electrical Design, Electrical Engineer, Design Engineer, Power Systems, Generation, Energy, LV, HV, AutoCAD, Trimble, Amtech, CHP, Tri-Generation, Manchester, Stockport, Warrington, Bolton, Oldham, Rochdale

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set.