Electrical Engineer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Power Engineer for their Glasgow office to support high-voltage projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. This is a growth-focused role offering mentorship and a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include designing substations and collaborating with diverse engineering teams. Opportunities for career progression and chartership support are also provided.

Benefits

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Exposure to landmark UK and international projects

Career progression pathways

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical design, ideally in high-voltage substations.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems design.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and engineering of high-voltage projects.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Join HDR’s vibrant team and work with high-profile clients, including leading utilities and global tech giants, on groundbreaking projects like data centres and low-carbon power solutions. As an Electrical Power Engineer, you will contribute to transforming power infrastructure and have opportunities to grow and innovate.

Our Glasgow office is our UK power hub and operates like an innovative startup within the framework of HDR's global presence of over 13,000 employees. You’ll be part of a small, rapidly growing team with the opportunity to influence the direction of local operations in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment. While our team in Glasgow is intimate and dynamic, you will have the full backing and support of HDR’s well-established 600+ employee power team in the US, providing a wealth of resources, expertise, and collaboration opportunities to ensure you succeed and thrive in your role.

As part of our 100% employee-owned organisation, you’ll have endless opportunities to excel, grow, and achieve your career goals. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to support the development of detailed designs and specifications for a diverse range of projects. You will work under the guidance of Associate and Senior engineers to gain hands-on experience across the project lifecycle. This is a growth-focused role designed for early-career professionals who are keen to learn, contribute, and build the foundation for a rewarding engineering career.

What We Offer

• Mentorship from experienced senior engineers and associates.
• Exposure to landmark UK and international projects.
• Clear career progression pathways and professional development support.
• A collaborative, flexible, and supportive team environment.

Responsibilities

In the role of Electrical Power Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Support the design and engineering of high-voltage substation and power delivery projects from concept through to detailed design.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation including reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and protection engineers to integrate solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, quality checks, and client meetings with the support of senior staff.
• Help interpret and apply relevant design codes, standards, and client specifications (e.g. IEC, IEEE, ANSI).
• Engage in internal learning opportunities to develop technical expertise and progress toward chartership.
• Promote safe design practices and support compliance with CDM regulations and ISO quality

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (required); Master’s degree (desirable).
• Working toward or interest in obtaining Chartered status.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in electrical design, ideally in high-voltage substations or switchyard projects.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems design, including one-line diagrams, cable sizing, earthing, and protection schemes.
• Familiarity with industry standards (IEC, IEEE, ANSI) and design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, DigSILENT or similar) is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.