Electrical Engineer: MV Switchgear & E-House Projects

FBR Construction Recruitment; Reigate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FBR Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a rapidly growing engineering business focused on E-Houses and MV switchgear for the UK renewable energy sector. You will lead design, engineering and delivery from tender through FAT, overseeing budgets and liaising with clients and subcontractors.

The role involves design of 11kV/33kV switchgear, production of SLDs, wiring schematics, protection schemes and coordination with HVAC and other ancillary systems.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification in Electrical Engineering (ideally with exposure to up to 36kV).
• Experience with MV switchgear manufacturers (Schneider Electric, ABB, Siemens).
• Experience in a manufacturing/factory production environment.

Responsibilities

• Managing turnkey projects from tender through FAT.
• Designing 11kV and 33kV MV switchgear installations.
• Producing substation layouts, SLDs, wiring schematics, cable calculations, earthing layouts and protection schemes.
• Supporting ancillary systems (HVAC, fire protection, lighting, auxiliary services).
• Collaborating with production teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure project delivery and resolve issues.
• Reviewing specifications, identifying risks and managing engineering challenges.
• Supporting sales and procurement with technical datasheets and BOMs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

MV switchgear up to 36kV

Project management

Budgeting & forecasting

Client relationships

Communication skills

Manufacturing environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

FBR Construction Recruitment is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a rapidly growing engineering business focused on E-Houses and MV switchgear for the UK renewable energy sector. You will lead design, engineering and delivery from tender through FAT, overseeing budgets and liaising with clients and subcontractors.

The role involves design of 11kV/33kV switchgear, production of SLDs, wiring schematics, protection schemes and coordination with HVAC and other ancillary systems.