Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Stirling; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to lead high-voltage grid and substation projects across Scotland. This role offers a unique blend of hands-on design work and client interaction, making it ideal for someone eager to step into a pivotal engineering position. You will be responsible for ensuring technical accuracy in designs, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and engaging with clients throughout the project lifecycle. Join a collaborative environment that values technical ownership and offers opportunities for progression into senior roles.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Scope for progression

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• Proven background in electrical engineering within the UK power sector.
• Experience producing and reviewing electrical designs, especially for substations.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design of high-voltage substations and grid connections.
• Act as the main engineering contact for clients and manage project interfaces.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

High-Voltage Design

Client Management

Technical Review

Project Coordination

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Amtech

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Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Stirling, Scotland
Contract Type: Permanent / Full-Time
Framework: Major Transmission & Distribution Framework (Scotland)

Overview:
A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking a confident and technically skilled Electrical Engineer to take a key role in delivering high-voltage grid and substation projects across Scotland. Based in Stirling, this position combines hands-on electrical design work with client-facing responsibilities and project leadership - offering an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step into a pivotal engineering role within a long-term framework.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and contribute to the electrical design of high-voltage substations and grid connections (11kV-400kV), including layout development, cable routing, equipment specifications, and earthing design.

Act as the main engineering contact for clients, attending regular meetings and managing technical interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.

Review and sign off detailed design packages, ensuring technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with client specifications.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, protection & control, and commissioning engineers to ensure integrated project delivery.

Support internal design processes using industry-standard tools and methodologies, with responsibility for technical quality and deadlines.

Provide input into procurement, equipment selection, and supplier engagement from an engineering perspective.

Assist in project planning, resourcing, and cost tracking, including variation management and engineering risk mitigation.

Attend site visits as required to support design validation, construction support, and commissioning.

Required Experience:

Proven background in electrical engineering within the UK power sector, ideally focused on transmission and distribution infrastructure.

Experience producing and reviewing electrical designs in-house, with sound knowledge of substation layouts, HV plant, cabling, and protection interfaces.

Comfortable in a client-facing role, with the ability to lead meetings, explain technical concepts, and resolve issues effectively.

Prior experience overseeing or coordinating the technical delivery of design packages or multidisciplinary projects.

Familiarity with UK and international electrical design standards (e.g. BS, IEC), and knowledge of DNO/TSO specifications.

Qualifications:

Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.

Experience with design software (e.g. AutoCAD, Amtech, or similar) beneficial.

ECS/CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).

Full UK driving licence (required).

What's Offered:

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Hybrid office/site working with scope for progression into senior engineering or project management.

Involvement in strategic, long-term infrastructure programmes.

A collaborative environment that encourages technical ownership and client engagement.