Electrical Engineer (Construction) - National Opportunities

Balfour Beatty plc; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

25 days of paid annual leave

Family friendly policies

Pension plan and recognition schemes

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions company in the UK is seeking talented Electrical Engineers to support essential MEP and M&I systems. The role involves producing risk assessments, constructing clear procedures, and conducting constructability studies. Candidates should have an Electrical Engineering degree, relevant professional accreditation is a plus, and must clear a security vetting process. The position offers flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent training and experience required.
• Relevant Professional accreditation highly advantageous.
• Must be able to pass a security clearance (BPSS or higher).

Responsibilities

• Producing risk assessments and method statements for packages of works.
• Selecting appropriate construction methods and strategies.
• Carrying out constructability studies including CDM assessments.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Constructability studies

Producing risk assessments

Knowledge of Electrical Safe Systems of Work

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

About the Role

Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick is a leader in mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and mechanical, electrical and instrumentation (ME&I) solutions. We design, install and maintain the complex systems and technologies that underpin the UK’s national infrastructure and bring buildings to life.

But amazing infrastructure isn’t the only thing that gets built here. Incredible careers do too.

As we continue to grow, we are always looking to connect with talented Electrical Engineers across the UK to join us, and welcome applications from experienced Electrical Construction Engineers interested in current and future opportunities.

The mission is to build for future generations—providing home‑grown energy, greater price stability, and abundant low‑carbon power. Aiming to lead the way in creating long‑lasting social value, showing how effective collaboration can benefit communities locally, regionally and across the country.

What you'll be doing

• Producing risk assessments and method statements to support packages of works


• Produce processes to provide clear concise instruction on how items of equipment may be installed, and the required checks and balances


• Select appropriate construction methods and strategies


• Carrying out constructability studies including CDM assessments


• Specification of site requirements including temporary works and buildings

Who we’re looking for

• Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent training and suitable experience


• Relevant Professional accreditation is highly advantageous


• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent knowledge


• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH


• Experience and knowledge of Electrical Safe Systems of Work


• Must be able to pass a security clearance (BPSS or higher)

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

Benefits

• Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.


• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)


• Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave


• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…