Electrical Engineer

Lancaster University; Bailrigg; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster University is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join the Estates Operations Team at Bailrigg, Lancaster. The role focuses on maintaining and developing the campus electrical infrastructure and distribution network, including LV/LV systems, fire alarm networks and UPS provisions within Data Centres.

The ideal candidate is technically or professionally qualified with an electrical bias, and training can be provided for procurement processes and compliance reporting as required.

Qualifications

• Qualified electrical engineer with appropriate professional qualifications.
• Experience with electrical infrastructure and distribution systems is desirable.

Skills

Electrical bias

Professional qualification

Audit/compliance

Job description

Electrical Engineer

Facilities - Engineering and Maintenance

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-time indefinite)

Closing Date: Friday 30 October 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 0165-26-R

Lancaster University is seeking to recruit an Electrical Engineer to the Estates Operations Team following retirement of the current Engineer. The University Campus buildings provide a wide and diverse property portfolio and equally diverse electrical infrastructure and distribution including private HV Campus distribution, LV systems comprising internal & external lighting, 1 & 3 phase power networks, Fire Alarm network, lightning protection systems and UPS provisions within Data Centre's. We are looking for a knowledgeable, confident, technically or professionally qualified (electrical bias) person. Experience Framework procurement arrangements and compliance reporting (including audit requirements) would be useful but not essential as training can and will be provided.