Electrical Site Engineer

Jackson Hogg; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting firm is looking for a Senior Site Electrical Engineer to join their team on a permanent full-time basis in Teesside. This role involves major responsibilities in shaping a new processing plant's electrical infrastructure. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering, a background in heavy industrial environments, and experience in electrical design and commissioning. Competitive salary of up to £70,000 is on offer along with benefits as you contribute to this dynamic project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong background in process, recycling, energy, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.
• Proven experience across electrical design, installation, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-end and detailed design input for the plant’s electrical infrastructure.
• Specify equipment, influence plant layout, and ensure electrical design compliance.
• Oversee electrical installation activities and manage subcontractor performance.
• Lead and support FAT/SAT activities and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Develop electrical procedures and documentation for safe, effective operation.

Skills

Electrical design

Installation and commissioning

Contractor management

Knowledge of hazardous areas

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Senior Site Electrical Engineer

Location: Darlington, Teesside

Salary: up to £70,000 DOE + benefits

Jackson Hogg is delighted to be working with an industrial operator in Teesside, which is building a large scale facility of a new processing plant. You will play a key role in the full operation of this plant and it is a rare opportunity to shape a full site from the ground up.

This is a permanent, full‑time on‑site role.

Electrical Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Provide front‑end and detailed design input for the plant’s electrical infrastructure.
• Specify equipment, influence plant layout, and ensure electrical design compliance.
• Oversee electrical installation activities and manage subcontractor performance.
• Lead and support FAT/SAT activities and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Participate in HAZOPs and operational readiness planning.
• Develop electrical procedures and documentation for safe, effective operation.
• Ensure safe, reliable HV/LV power availability for continuous 24/7 operations.

Electrical Engineer Key Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong background in process, recycling, energy, petrochemical, or heavy industrial environments.
• Proven experience across electrical design, installation, and commissioning.
• Working knowledge of hazardous areas, ATEX/CompEx, and HV/LV systems.
• Experience supporting new‑build or major plant upgrade projects.
• Confident managing contractors and interfacing with mechanical, process, and C&I teams.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 / 14001 and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).

If you want to be part of a high growth, dynamic team that has a big impact, this role is for you.

Please get in touch with Eleni at 0741555839 or [e-mail]

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing and Wholesale Petroleum and Petroleum Products