Electrical Project Engineer

Mint Selection; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer for a 12-month contract across UK-wide energy infrastructure projects. The candidate should have substantial experience in substations and grid connections, and will be responsible for delivering high voltage projects and acting as a technical interface. Strong communication skills and knowledge of UK grid compliance are essential. This role allows for remote working with occasional site meetings, starting in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer within UK energy infrastructure.
• Strong background in substations and grid connections.
• Familiar with CDM regulations and UK grid compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of HV substations and grid connection works.
• Act as the technical interface between clients and stakeholders.
• Review electrical designs and technical documentation.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

Grid connections

Substation design

Stakeholder management

Job description

Electrical Project Engineer – Substations & Grid

Contract: 12 months (outside IR35)
Location: UK-wide projects / Remote-based
Start: January 2026
Sector: Energy Infrastructure / BESS / Grid Connections

Mint Selection is supporting a number of UK-based IPPs and ICPs with the delivery of grid-connected energy infrastructure projects. We are currently looking to engage an Electrical Project Engineer with strong substation and grid connection experience to support multiple projects across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of HV substations and grid connection works (typically 11kV-400kV)
• Act as the technical interface between the client, ICP, DNO/ESO and OEMs
• Review electrical designs, protection studies and technical documentation
• Support programme, cost and risk management across multiple projects
• Provide engineering input through construction, commissioning and energisation

Experience Required

• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer within UK energy infrastructure
• Strong background in substations and grid connections
• Experience working with IPPs, ICPs, DNOs or National Grid
• Familiar with CDM regulations and UK grid compliance
• Able to work remotely with occasional site or stakeholder meetings

If this role is of interest, please click Apply and attach your updated CV. I will then be in touch to discuss further