Head Of Electrical Engineering

People Group Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Head of Electrical Engineering to lead their Electrical Engineering team in London. This critical role focuses on establishing design capabilities and driving technical excellence across major infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical design, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications such as a degree in Electrical Engineering and Chartered Engineer status. A competitive salary package is offered alongside a commitment to safety and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading Electrical Engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of HSE legislation and compliance.
• Ability to establish and grow electrical design capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Electrical Engineering team.
• Provide technical leadership on all electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards and regulations.
• Support business growth through technical input.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of Electrical and Process Design

Proficiency in Electrical design software

Hands-on experience with low and high voltage systems

Strong leadership and mentoring skills

Experience with hazardous area design

Understanding of design risk assessment

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

NEBOSH Construction Health and Safety Certificate

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Membership of a recognised institution

BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations)

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Amtech

E-tap

Dialux

MS Project

Job description

Head of Electrical Engineering £110k - £120k + Package Career-defining role within the UK MEP market

Our client is at the forefront of the mechanical, electrical and telecommunication market with expertise and long-standing experience across Rail, Highways, Power, and Tunnels. They have secured 7 - 10 years work, on major and high-profile infrastructure projects, UK wide.

As the company grows, the need to take on a dedicated Head of Electrical Engineering has become increasingly important.

We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Head of Electrical Engineering to spearhead and develop our Electrical Engineering and Design function. This is a critical leadership role where you will drive technical excellence, support major infrastructure projects, and mentor the next generation of engineers. As the Head of Electrical Engineering, you will be responsible for building and managing our Electrical Engineering team, developing our in-house design capabilities, and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. You will play a key role in supporting project delivery, assuring design quality, enhancing company processes, and driving innovation across the engineering operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and mentor the Electrical Engineering team.
• Establish and grow our client's Electrical design capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership on all electrical systems (LV, HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, earthing, UPS, VSDs, DCS, PLC, SCADA, BMS, etc.).
• Ensure engineering works comply with HSE regulations and standards.
• Develop and maintain engineering processes and procedures.
• Support business growth through technical input into tenders and client relationships.
• Ensure robust peer-review and audit processes for project compliance and learning.
• Support accident investigations and oversee project safety from a technical perspective.
• Champion continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and CPD across the company.

Skills and Experience

• Strong technical knowledge of Electrical and Process Design, installation standards, BIM, DSEAR and HSE legislation.
• Proficiency in Electrical design software (e.g., Amtech, E-tap, Dialux).
• Hands-on experience with low and high voltage systems up to 33kV.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and people development skills.
• Experience with hazardous area design (ATEX compliance).
• Sound understanding of design risk assessment and compliance requirements.

Desirable

• Use of MS Project or similar project planning software.
• CompEX Responsible Person (EX14) certification.
• Knowledge of harmonics correction and power factor correction.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• NEBOSH Construction Health and Safety Certificate.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) registered with the Engineering Council.
• Membership of a recognised institution (IMechE, CIBSE, IET or equivalent).
• BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working for both M&E contractors and client/main contractors.
• Network Rail CRE (Contractor's Responsible Engineer) experience.
• Good contractual and commercial awareness.
• Understanding of sustainability and environmental impact.
• Familiarity with legal processes (e.g., expert witness roles).