Electrical Engineer

Matchtech; North East; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Mileage covered

Weekly net allowance

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join our Northumberland-based site delivery team. You will oversee electrical installations, ensuring safety, scheduling, and high-quality workmanship across the project.

We welcome UK-wide applicants and provide fully covered accommodation, mileage expenses, and a weekly net allowance to support mobility. A degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years of site experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years in electrical construction environments.
• Ability to read and critique construction drawings and submittals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily electrical site operations and coordination with subcontractors.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to meet project goals.
• Drive QA/QC and manage inspections, testing, and snagging.
• Track progress and report to senior management.
• Liaise with design teams to resolve RFIs and coordinate changes.
• Maintain project documentation and safety folders.
• Support commercial team with variation tracking.
• Represent the electrical team in meetings and safety briefings.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Site delivery

Reading drawings

QA/QC

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Northumberland, England, United Kingdom (UK-wide applications welcome)

Work Type: Full-time | On-site

Company Overview

We are a leading turnkey data centre delivery specialist operating at the forefront of the sector across Europe. From initial design and engineering through to construction, testing, and commissioning, we deliver state-of-the-art facilities for world-class clients. Built on a reputation for quality and technical excellence, we are continuing to expand our footprint across the continent.

The Role

We are currently recruiting a skilled and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our site delivery team in Northumberland. In this role, you will play a key part in overseeing electrical installations, ensuring all works are executed safely, within schedule, and to the highest technical and quality standards.

UK-Wide Applicants Welcome: We encourage applications from across the UK. To support candidate mobility, we provide fully covered accommodation, mileage expenses, and a weekly net allowance.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Coordination: Oversee daily electrical site operations, coordinating closely with subcontractors, site supervisors, and project management.
• Technical Review: Interpret and evaluate engineering drawings, design specifications, and submittals to ensure alignment with project goals.
• Quality & Safety Assurance: Drive QA/QC protocols on-site, managing inspection routines, testing checks, and snagging resolution.
• Progress & Reporting: Track construction progress against the project schedule and report regularly to senior management.
• Technical Query Management: Liaise directly with design teams to resolve technical queries (RFIs) and coordinate design adjustments efficiently.
• Documentation & Compliance: Ensure all project documentation, including safety folders, submittals, and test records, are maintained accurately.
• Commercial & Variations Support: Assist the commercial team in tracking variation requests, scope changes, and valuation claims.
• Meetings & Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the electrical team during project review sessions, safety briefings, and planning meetings.

Skills & Qualifications

• Education: Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 3+ years of experience working within electrical construction environments.
• Technical Knowledge: Proven background managing site-wide electrical packages, including power distribution, lighting systems, and primary services.
• Document Literacy: Strong ability to read and critique construction drawings, technical submittals, and specifications.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships with subcontractors and clients.
• Sector Focus: Prior exposure to data centres, mission-critical infrastructure, or large-scale industrial projects is advantageous.

What We Offer

• Attractive Mobility Package: UK-wide applications accepted, complete with accommodation, mileage cover, and a weekly net allowance.
• Major Infrastructure Projects: Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex data centre developments.
• Professional Growth: Structured support for ongoing career progression and professional development.
• Great Culture: Join a collaborative, high-performing environment alongside industry specialists.
• Competitive Remuneration: Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience.