Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Bristol; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their growing team in Bristol. This role offers the chance to manage electrical design across high-voltage renewable projects and support sustainable energy initiatives. Candidates should have at least 3 years of experience in HV engineering and a degree in Electrical Engineering. A full UK driving licence and availability to travel are essential.

Benefits

Bonuses

Car or car allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HV engineering within renewables or utilities.
• Strong technical knowledge for design compliance and improvements.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Managing electrical design interfaces across HV renewable projects.
• Overseeing procurement and acceptance testing with suppliers.
• Supporting project engineers in delivering compliant solutions.
• Visiting project sites for inspections and quality monitoring.
• Reviewing simulation studies for connections.

Skills

Electrical design management

Compliance assessment

Excellent communication

Project site inspections

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy Projects
Bristol
Circa £75,000 + car or car allowance + bonuses

Fourblue are working with a leading ICP (Independent Connection Provider) at the forefront of the UK’s renewable energy transition. They design and deliver critical power infrastructure, grid connections, and projects that are helping shape a carbon-free future – and now, they’re looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their growing team in Glasgow.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse high-voltage renewable projects, from early design through to commissioning, with the scope to develop professionally and gain further qualifications along the way. You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise will have a direct impact on major UK clean energy developments.

Responsibilities

• Managing electrical design interfaces across complex HV renewable projects, producing layouts, single-line diagrams, calculations, cable schedules, and commissioning procedures
• Working closely with suppliers and contractors, overseeing procurement, technical queries, and acceptance testing
• Supporting project engineers in delivering high-quality, compliant electrical solutions that meet industry and grid code standards
• Visiting project sites for inspections, coordination meetings, and quality monitoring, ensuring safe systems of work are followed
• Reviewing and managing simulation studies including load flow, power quality, and harmonic analysis for connections
• Developing your skills towards HV switching authorisation and SAP/AP status if desired

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in HV engineering within renewables or utilities
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to assess designs for compliance and improvement opportunities
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to liaise at all levels
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide with occasional overnight stays

If you’re passionate about renewables, enjoy both technical design and on-site involvement, get in touch today with your full C.V.