Electrical Technical Manager

Verto People; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global electrical manufacturer seeks an Electrical Technical Manager to lead complex projects in electrical engineering. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, and strong leadership experience. This role includes office-based work with regular UK-wide travel to client sites.

Benefits

80,000 per annum

Bonus: 12.5% variable pay

Car allowance: 596 per month

Pension

Healthcare

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (BEng, MSc, HNC minimum).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) and MIET membership highly desirable.
• Strong technical grounding in electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical leadership and support across electrical infrastructure projects.
• Interpret electrical drawings and advise on system solutions.
• Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary team of engineers.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in electrical engineering

Systems integration

Compliance knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (BEng, MSc, HNC minimum)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) and MIET membership

Tools

Electrical drawings and schematics

Backup power systems (UPS, generator-based)

Energy monitoring platforms

Job description

Overview

Electrical Technical Manager / Electrical Engineering Manager / Head of Electrical Engineering required to join a global electrical manufacturer. The successful candidate will take ownership of complex electrical engineering projects from design through delivery, combining strong technical expertise with leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on power continuity, electrical distribution, and energy management systems. Ideally, the candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and, desirably, Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with membership of the IET (MIET). Experience in data centres, critical power, or renewable energy projects is a strong advantage.

Package

• 80,000 per annum
• Bonus: 12.5% variable pay
• Car allowance: 596 per month
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Additional benefits

Electrical Technical Manager / Electrical Engineering Manager / Head of Electrical Engineering Role

• Deliver technical leadership and support across a wide range of electrical infrastructure projects, from early-stage specification through to commissioning and post-implementation support.
• Interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation to advise on appropriate system solutions across backup power, distribution, switching, energy monitoring, and control.
• Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and commercial support staff, driving performance and ensuring alignment with project delivery goals.
• Act as a key point of contact for consultants, contractors, and end-users, supporting technical sales processes and influencing project specifications.
• Coordinate with internal engineering, product, and operations teams to ensure the integrity and compliance of delivered systems.
• Office-based with regular UK-wide travel to client sites as required.

Electrical Technical Manager / Electrical Engineering Manager / Head of Electrical Engineering Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (BEng, MSc, HNC minimum).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) and MIET membership highly desirable.
• Strong technical grounding in electrical engineering principles, systems integration, and compliance within industrial or commercial environments.
• Proven leadership experience managing engineering teams within power, infrastructure, or critical environments (e.g. data centres, utilities, or renewables).
• Practical knowledge of systems including backup power (UPS or generator-based), low-voltage distribution, switching devices, control panels, and energy monitoring platforms.
• Experience working with consulting engineers, main contractors, or facilities teams to deliver robust technical solutions.
• Comfortable with regular UK travel and engaging with customers in project and technical settings.