Electrical Project Engineer

RGB Recruitment; Exeter; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Benefits package

Supportive environment

Job summary

RGB Recruitment is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to join a growing engineering and infrastructure team in the South West. The role involves coordinating electrical activities from design through to commissioning on projects valued from £1m to £30m, with hybrid working and occasional travel.

You will bring an electrical engineering qualification and experience across design, procurement and construction, plus strong communication and safety awareness to support project delivery and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering engineering, infrastructure, utilities, industrial or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and project requirements.
• Review electrical designs, documentation and supplier information, supporting procurement, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders to ensure successful integration of electrical systems.
• Provide technical support during construction and installation, assisting with problem-solving, quality assurance and programme management.
• Monitor project progress and ensure delivery within budget and timescales.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and mentor junior engineers where appropriate.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Programme management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

SSSTS

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer

Location: South West (Hybrid Working Available)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to join a growing engineering and infrastructure team delivering a diverse portfolio of technically challenging projects across the South West.

Working on projects ranging from £1m to £30m, you will play a key role in coordinating electrical engineering activities from initial design and procurement through to installation, commissioning and project completion. This position offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary environment, supporting the successful delivery of complex engineering schemes while ensuring safety, quality and programme objectives are achieved.

Hybrid working is available, with occasional travel to project and office locations as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering activities throughout the full project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, industry standards and project requirements.
• Review electrical designs, technical documentation and supplier information, supporting procurement, testing, commissioning and project handover activities.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders to ensure successful integration and delivery of electrical systems.
• Provide technical support throughout construction and installation phases, assisting with problem-solving, quality assurance and programme management.
• Monitor project progress and contribute to the successful delivery of projects within budget and timescales.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote best practice across engineering and project delivery teams.
• Assist with mentoring and developing junior engineers where appropriate.

About You

We are seeking an Electrical Project Engineer with experience delivering engineering, infrastructure, utilities, industrial or construction-related projects.

You will ideally have

• HNC, HND or Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting projects through design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, control systems and associated electrical installations.
• Strong understanding of relevant health, safety and quality standards.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Relevant site-based qualifications such as CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of technically challenging projects.
• Career development and progression within an established and growing organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment