Electrical Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Horley; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Engineer for a high-profile airport energy infrastructure project. This role involves managing technical reviews, supporting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with electrical standards. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in large-scale commercial schemes, with opportunities for continuity of employment until 2030.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience with airport or large-scale commercial schemes preferred.
• ECS/CSCS essential; SSSTS/SMSTS desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical reviews and electrical design input.
• Support site inspections and QA processes.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and resolve technical queries.

Skills

Electrical building services

Testing

Commissioning

Handover processes

Technical proficiency

Communication

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer – Energy Infrastructure | Airport Scheme
Location: [Gatwick]
Salary: £51,000 – £62,500, car or allowance + Package (DOE)

The Role
We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer to support the technical delivery of key electrical systems in the airport’s decentralised energy programme. The project will run until 2030, an opportunity for continuity of employment on a key and high profile project, one for the CV!

Key Responsibilities:

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Manage technical reviews, electrical design input, and site coordination.

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Interface with HV/LV infrastructure, lighting systems, containment, and BMS.

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Assist with procurement schedules and ensure timely delivery of materials.

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Support site inspections, QA processes, and commissioning plans.

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Attend design and coordination meetings.

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Monitor subcontractor performance and resolve site-based technical queries.

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Ensure compliance with electrical standards and project specifications.

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Report to the Electrical Project Manager.

What We’re Looking For:

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Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering.

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Experience with airport, infrastructure, or large-scale commercial schemes.

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Knowledge of electrical building services and distribution systems.

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Good understanding of testing, commissioning, and handover processes.

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ECS/CSCS essential; SSSTS/SMSTS desirable.

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Team-focused, reliable, and technically proficient.

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Strong written and verbal communication