Electrical Engineer

NRL Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NRL Ltd in the North East of England is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to support the development and operation of a world-class, large-scale battery manufacturing plant. The role demands autonomy, strong communication, and a proactive mindset to lead from the front.

Responsibilities include LV/HV distribution, renewable assets, asset management, and safety practices aligned with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years in a relevant electrical role with HV/LV distribution experience.
• Experience as Authorised Person for HV switching preferred; familiarity with DSEAR/ATEX/HAZOP/COMAH.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site LV/HV electrical supplies, distribution, private wire and renewables to ensure 24/7 availability.
• Manage LV/HV systems maintenance, asset lifecycle, and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Develop and implement safe electrical working practices with risk assessments and FMEA.
• Monitor energy use and renewable asset performance to meet KPIs.
• Coordinate external contractors and manage HV/LV switching (Authorised Person).

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

HND/HNC or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Experienced Electrical Engineer required to join a world-leading, global Battery Manufacturing

organisation based in the North East of England to support the development and operation of a world

class, innovative, large-scale mass manufacturing plant. This is a unique and rare opportunity to join one

of the most exciting, large scale, net zero industrial developments where new and emerging

technologies will be adopted in support of the rapidly growing electric vehicle marketplace.

Due to the challenging nature of the new Gigafactory development, this role requires an autonomous,

self-starter with the ability to lead from the front. The successful applicant will be an effective

communicator with a flexible and adaptable mindset, capable of working effectively in a team

This role is considered on a fixed term basis or as a permanent position.

Core Role and Responsibilities

• Responsibility for site LV/HV electrical supplies, distribution infrastructure, private wire and renewable energy assets ensuring 24/7 availability and ongoing compliance to relevant standards
• Day to day management and upkeep of LV/HV systems and Renewable assets including preparation and implementation of full asset lifecycle preventative maintenance strategies and
• Responsibility for the development and implementation of safe, electrical working practices in accordance with recognised industry standards and approved codes of practice including FMEA and Risk assessment
• Ongoing monitoring and control of plant energy and renewable asset performance to achieve agreed KPI’s
• Provide support to Engineering and Maintenance teams in the development of planned maintenance activity
• HV/LV switching planning and execution (Authorised Person role)
• Co-ordination, control and safe management of external contractors
• Management of HV and LV system breakdown incidents, restoration and corrective maintenance
• Site Services department annual Capex / Opex budget planning and management
• Maintenance and upkeep of plant electrical schematics and records

Additional New Plant Development Responsibilities

• Preparation of HV/LV concept design specifications from external HV to internal LV distribution to process equipment point of connection
• Renewable energy, Battery storage (BESS), Private Wire and Microgrid solutions
• Implementation management of state-of-the art, site-wide, Industry 4.0, AIOT, BMS, EMS and CBM solutions
• Project management and co-ordination including project budget preparation and CAPEX budget management

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Either a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, HND/ HNC or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant Electrical role
• Demonstrable, relevant experience of HV/LV electrical distribution systems including DNO
• Experience of managing and undertaking of HV switching operations in an Authorised Person role
• Knowledge and experience of DSEAR / ATEX / HAZOP / COMAH preferred
• Strong PC skills including MS applications, MS Project and AutoCad
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and presentation skills

Desirable Requirements (not mandatory)

• Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Chartered status preferred)
• Previous experience in the role of SAP (Senior Authorised Person) in a Manufacturing
• Experience of Renewable Energy infrastructure, Private Wire and Microgrid network solutions
• UK Driving licence

We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, Armed Forces friendly employer.