Electrical Engineer

United Infrastructure Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our Energy division in the UK. You will support the safe and successful delivery of electrical works across DNO, ICP and wider energy infrastructure projects.

This is a hands-on role working with LV and HV infrastructure including substations, switchgear, transformers and cabling, collaborating with project managers, site teams and clients to ensure technical standards are met.

Qualifications

• HV/LV authorisations or AP/SAP where appropriate.
• ECS/CSCS certification or willingness to obtain it.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support across Energy projects, including installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance.
• Work with LV/HV systems, substations, switchgear, transformers and cabling.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications; diagnose and resolve faults.
• Follow RAMS, permits, isolation procedures and HSQE requirements; support energisation, commissioning and handover activities; collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV/LV awareness

Driving licence

Job description

United Infrastructure is looking for a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Energy business. You will support the safe and successful delivery of electrical engineering works across DNO, ICP and wider energy infrastructure projects. This is a hands‑on role working across LV and HV electrical infrastructure, including substations, switchgear, transformers, feeder pillars and associated cabling. You will work closely with project managers, site teams, civil engineers and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards. Key responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering support across Energy projects. Undertake and support installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance activities. Work with LV and HV systems, substations, switchgear, transformers and associated cabling. Interpret electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications. Diagnose and resolve electrical faults.

  Ensure works comply with relevant DNO/ICP standards, G81 requirements and electrical safety procedures. Prepare and maintain test results, inspection records and technical documentation. Support energisation, commissioning and project handover activities. Work collaboratively with project managers, site supervisors, civil engineers, subcontractors, DNOs, ICPs and clients. Follow RAMS, permits, isolation procedures and United Infrastructure's HSQE requirements. Identify and challenge unsafe working practices and contribute to a strong safety culture.

• Relevant electrical authorisations/training, such as HV/LV or AP/SAP, where appropriate. ECS/CSCS certification or willingness to obtain it. A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites where required.

Why join United Infrastructure?

You’ll have the opportunity to work on critical UK energy infrastructure projects, alongside experienced engineering and project teams, with opportunities for professional development and career progression.