Field Electrical Engineer — Flexible Hours & Growth

Imperial Recruitment Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

26 days annual leave

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Private Health Insurance

Group Income Protection Scheme

Life Assurance

Flexible working

Training and Development

Job summary

Imperial Recruitment Group seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for field-based work in the North West. You will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager and support operations with electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, HV switching, and project activity, ensuring compliance with IEE/BS standards.

You will lead electrical testing, install and modify control systems, and engage with the Digital team to support CMMS-driven thermography checks and improvements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an operational Electrical Engineer is essential.
• City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical qualification is required.
• Experience with Control Systems and fault finding on panels is essential.
• Experience managing small electrical projects is essential.
• VSD experience is a must.
• Experience reading schematics and HV/LV/ELV circuits is required.
• Energy or embedded power generation experience would be advantageous.
• Full driving licence and right to work in the UK are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the regional team with electrical activity, troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Carry out testing, inspection and rectification on electrical equipment across our engines.
• Install, test, certify and maintain electrical wiring, equipment and fittings.
• Plan and undertake small projects with the Operations Support team.
• Install and maintain 3-phase and single-phase control circuits for motors and pumps.
• Carry out Thermography checks in line with CMMS.
• Modify electrical control panels and update drawings.
• Inspect systems for hazards and ensure compliance with codes of practice.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and modify PLC software and control systems.
• HV switching and network management; collaborate with Digital team.
• Support profitability by managing resources efficiently.
• Ensure designs comply with 18th Electrical Regulations and are fit for purpose.

Skills

Operational Electrical Engineer

18th Edition

Control Systems

Fault Finding

VSD

Read Schematics

HV/LV/ELV

Thermography

Driving Licence

Right to Work

Education

City & Guilds 18th Edition Electrical qualification

Tools

Thermography equipment

Job description

Imperial Recruitment Group seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for field-based work in the North West. You will report to the Electrical Engineering Manager and support operations with electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, HV switching, and project activity, ensuring compliance with IEE/BS standards.

You will lead electrical testing, install and modify control systems, and engage with the Digital team to support CMMS-driven thermography checks and improvements.