Electrical Engineer in Cardiff

Energy Jobline ZR; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Electrical Manager to oversee electrical operations and maintenance activities. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and have hands-on experience with SCADA systems and large motor controls. You will manage a team of technicians and ensure compliance with safety standards while leading projects to enhance operational efficiency. This role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Discounts and rewards

Gym discounts

25 days annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric car scheme

Mental health support

Free parking

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum HNC).
• Experience of SCADA/HMI and PLC systems.
• Strong knowledge of large AC/DC motor controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical activities like maintenance programmes and repairs.
• Lead projects and a team of Electrical Technicians.
• Ensure risk assessments and method statements are followed.

Skills

SCADA/HMI and PLC systems

Large AC/DC motor controls

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum HNC)

Job description

Job Description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritise, schedule, and manage electrical activities, for example planned maintenance programmes, shut‑downs, or emergency repairs.
• Lead and manage projects as well as a team of Electrical Technicians.
• Undertake development performance reviews for electrical craftspeople.
• Ensure that risk assessments, method statements, and permits are created, implemented, and followed.
• Estimate the cost, time, and resources required for repair and improvement projects.
• Work directly with engineers in other disciplines and shift managers to ensure effective running of the process.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (minimum HNC).
• Experience of SCADA/HMI and PLC systems.
• Strong knowledge and experience of large AC/DC motor controls, inverters, and converters.
• Hands‑on engineer who will do what it takes to keep the plant running.
• Experience of leading and developing successful teams.

Benefits

• Healthcare cash plan: Claim back money towards the cost of your essential healthcare and access valuable health and wellbeing services.
• Pension: Company contributes 5% of your salary towards your pension.
• Life assurance: Group Life assurance to provide your family with financial and bereavement support.
• Rewards: Discount and rewards from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, and destinations.
• Gym discounts: Access discounted gym memberships, online subscriptions, retail discounts, food drink, and health experiences.
• Holidays: 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Cycle to Work scheme: Save money on bikes and biking accessories through the scheme.
• Electric car scheme: Save up to 40% on the cost of an electric car via salary sacrifice.
• MyMindPal: Access to MyMindPal for individual mental health support.
• Free on‑site parking: Free parking across our sites.

Apply

Interested? Email your CV to [e-mail].

You’ll be joining a recycling company – we recycle scrap metal into new steel products. We’re one of the largest producers of reinforcing steel in the UK and a major metal recycler. We’re passionate about the circular economy and working towards our decarbonisation pathway.

Thank you for your interest in this role.