Electrical Project Engineer – Carbon Capture Construction

NES Fircroft; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of a major carbon capture project at Padeswood in the United Kingdom. You will coordinate and oversee electrical construction and enabling works, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution.

Working closely with the Electrical Lead, you will supervise E&I contractors, manage diversions, and help deliver design, construction and commissioning activities while upholding safety and project schedules.

Qualifications

• Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience delivering electrical projects in industrial, energy, or process environments.
• Strong communication and coordination skills; able to manage contractors on site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect E&I contractors responsible for temporary construction power installations.
• Support planning and delivery of underground utility diversions (33kV, LV, telecoms).
• Assist with design, construction and commissioning of project offices and control buildings.
• Manage electrical construction activities ensuring compliance with specs and HSE.
• Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders to resolve issues and uphold schedules.
• Support inspection, testing, commissioning and handover for the carbon capture facility.
• Promote a strong safety culture and CDM compliance on all on-site works.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project coordination

On-site supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

HV/LV systems

Construction power installations

Contractor management

Job description

NES Fircroft is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of a major carbon capture project at Padeswood in the United Kingdom. You will coordinate and oversee electrical construction and enabling works, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution.

Working closely with the Electrical Lead, you will supervise E&I contractors, manage diversions, and help deliver design, construction and commissioning activities while upholding safety and project schedules.