Lead Electrical Engineer

VIQU IT; Aston-by-Stone; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systems integration company in the UK is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer for a hybrid role. The successful candidate will drive E, C & I design projects within the energy sector, particularly thermal and hydro power generation. You will lead a team, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and oversee the full project lifecycle from design to commissioning. Ideal applicants will have significant experience in control panel design and hold an engineering degree or HND with extensive post-graduate experience. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale projects.
• Proven experience in thermal or hydro energy systems or similar utilities.
• Current full driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware/electrical engineering team and approve all designs.
• Ensure compliance to engineering standards and procedures.
• Interpret customer specifications to produce system designs.
• Create and modify Design Packs and client documentation.
• Lead site surveys and support site acceptance testing.

Skills

Control panel design expertise

Field cabling systems knowledge

Strong understanding of the Full Project Lifecycle

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Excellent communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or HND with post-graduate experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer

Location: Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid). Competitive Salary - Permanent.

VIQU has partnered with a leading systems integration company to recruit a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive critical E, C & I design and implementation projects within the energy sector. This high-impact role involves leading the design of PLC-based control panels, cabling solutions, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear for highly regulated industrial environments, focusing on thermal and hydro power generation. The engineer will lead a team, ensure compliance, and oversee the full project lifecycle from site survey to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the hardware/electrical engineering team, reviewing and approving all designs.
• Ensure team compliance to agreed procedures, methods, and engineering standards.
• Interpret customer data and specifications to lead/produce system designs.
• Lead the creation/modification of Design Packs (GAs, schematics, wiring diagrams, site cable drawings).
• Produce all required client documentation: FDS, Test Documentation, Manuals.
• Lead site surveys and support Site Acceptance Testing/Commissioning.
• Support tender document production and cost estimates.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale E, C & I design and implementation projects, ideally within the energy market (thermal/hydro) or similar utilities.
• Expertise in control panel design (PLC, I/O, Comms cards, UPS) and field cabling systems, including surveying and performing cable calculations for sizing and earthing/protection.
• Educated to at least degree level in a relevant subject or HND with significant post-graduate experience (5 years post-degree or 6 years post-HND).
• Proficiency with engineering tools including AutoCAD, Word, and Excel.
• Strong understanding of the Full Project Lifecycle and ability to apply a methodical approach to customer requirements.
• Must hold a current full driving licence (UK or easily convertible).
• Desirable: Experience with PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), BS#removed#th Edition, or Functional Safety (IEC 61508).

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