Electrical Project Engineer

Formula One; Biggin Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport organization is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join their Race Engineering and Infrastructure team. The role focuses on supporting the event energy transition and managing electrical projects, including overseeing installations and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have experience in electrical installations and project management, along with proficiency in electrical design software. The position offers dynamic working conditions and significant career growth potential.

Benefits

Private Healthcare scheme

Dental Care

Free staff shuttle service

25 days annual leave

Discount on F1 merchandise

Qualifications

• Industrial & commercial electrical installation experience is required.
• Experience with temporary power for events and broadcasts.
• Project management experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support event energy transition and electrical projects.
• Plan and schedule project delivery.
• Oversee on-site installation and delivery.

Skills

Proficiency in Electrical design & specification

Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software

Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications

Competence in Microsoft Excel

Education

HNC, HND or Degree Electrical Engineering

Qualified Electrician (JIB Gold Card, NVQ 3, AM2)

Tools

CAD

Job description

Are you ready to make your mark in the world of Formula 1?

At Formula 1, we are passionate about delivering the world’s greatest sports and entertainment spectacle leaving a positive legacy wherever we race. Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do ever since our first Grand Prix in 1950. Now, more than 75 years on, the sport remains a pioneer, developing technologies that have made a significant impact on society beyond the track.

Everything you see on screen or at an event comes via our passionate and dedicated people. Whether its engineering, broadcast, legal, logistics, security, event management, commercial, media rights, marketing, or communications there is always a talented team working to maximise the potential of the sport.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Electrical Project Engineer to join our Race Engineering and Infrastructure team. Reporting into our Head of Energy & Electrical Systems, this role will support the event energy transition and electrical projects across Formula 1.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Project Planning

• Plan and schedule EET project delivery
• Attend site visits
• Plan venue and civil works, plant requirements
• Gather customer requirements and define scope
• Develop electrical overlay, layouts and cable routing
• Work with power provider on system design (Energy generation, storage, distribution)
• Identify and manage H&S and compliance needs
• Plan on‑site requirements: Logistics, fuel, plant

Project Development

• Develop systems and processes for project delivery
• Develop monitoring, data‑collection and reporting systems
• Lead on project expansion and commercial engagement
• Lead on value engineering and cost control
• Produce SoWs/SLAs and manage logistic(fuel, freight, travel)

Project Delivery

• Oversee on‑site installation and delivery.
• Act as main contact for customers, suppliers and venue management
• Lead client witnessing and acceptance
• Ensure electrical and H&S compliance, testing and verification
• Track customer orders and variations
• Produce order summaries and financial reports
• Produce post‑event Energy Reports

Electrical Engineering & Design

• Provide engineering and design support across projects
• Produce indicative and detailed electrical designs
• Advise on protection, equipment selection and circuit design
• CAD support for drawings and layouts

Other

• Assist with department race duties involving additional race travel
• Integration and alignment with the wider department’s duties
• Assist with Race Cover duties in Biggin Hill

What Are We Looking For?

Experience

Prior to the role it would be essential that you have:

• Industrial & commercial electrical installation experience
• Temporary power for events and broadcast experience
• Project management experience
• Client acceptance FAT/SAT experience
• Experience with commercial and procurement processes, budget management and forecasting

Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:

• Data Analysis, SCADA, HMI experience
• Project management systems and software

Qualifications

Not essential to be successful in the role but you may also have the following qualifications:

• HNC, HND or Degree Electrical Engineering
• Qualified Electrician (JIB Gold Card, NVQ 3, AM2)
• Testing and Inspection 2391-52
• Temporary Power BS7909
• Project Management PMP or equivalent
• C&G 2396 Design
• IPAF, Fork, Telehandler license

Knowledge & Skills

Prior to the role it is essential that you demonstrate:

• Proficiency in Electrical design & specification
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software
• Proficiency in UPS, BESS and Generator systems
• Proficiency in Automation systems and monitoring systems
• Knowledge of relevant UK/EU electrical standards
• Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
• Competence in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data analysis, and reporting)

Personal Qualities

In this role it is essential that you are:

• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to take initiative
• Able to apply effective problem‑solving skills
• Adaptable when priorities or requirements change
• A clear and confident communicator
• Able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering high‑quality work
• Skilled in working with people to reach practical solutions and balanced compromises

Career Progression - Where Can You Go Next?

From this role, your next career move could include progressing into Project Management or to become a Team Manager.

Why join the force behind the sport?

Joining F1 means becoming part of a team that values innovation, collaboration and personal growth. We offer a dynamic work environment where ideas are heard, and employee contributions truly make an impact. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people to play their role in accelerating the future of the sport. As a member of the F1 team, you will be able to access our amazing benefits:

• Private Healthcare scheme
• Dental Care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in our offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
• Perkbox benefit portal and more

Division:

Technical