Lead Electrical Engineer

TipTopJob; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Nuclear sector and HV Substation projects to join a Manchester-based engineering team. This leadership role delivers complete electrical scopes, manages project teams, and oversees technical design for critical infrastructure.

The role requires 15+ years in the nuclear electrical field, deep HV/LV distribution expertise, active UK SC clearance or eligibility, and a degree in Electrical Engineering with

Qualifications

• 15+ years of sector experience in nuclear electrical engineering.
• Deep expertise in HV/LV distribution, power system modelling and substation design.
• Active UK SC Clearance or eligible to obtain.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering with CEng/IEng status preferred.
• Hybrid work pattern in Manchester (Tue-Thu in office).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical project delivery, including schedule and change control.
• Direct hands-on electrical design: SLDs, calculations, earthing and cabling.
• Specify and procure HV/LV switchboards, transformers, UPS, motors and lighting.
• Conduct HV power system modelling and protection studies with DNOs and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with UK nuclear codes, ATEX/DSEAR and CE directives.

Skills

HV/LV distribution

HV power system modelling

Substation design

UK SC Clearance

CEng/IEng status

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer : Nuclear and HV Substations

Location: Manchester (Hybrid: Tue:Thu in office)

Sector: Nuclear Infrastructure

Contract Duration: 12 Months+ / Permanent Options Available

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Nuclear sector detailed design and HV Substation projects to join a major engineering team in Manchester. This is a purely electrical leadership position responsible for delivering complete electrical scopes, managing project teams, and handling technical design for critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead electrical project delivery, including schedule/MDR creation, CTR estimates, change control, and delegating work packages.
• Direct hands:on electrical design: SLDs, power system calculations, earthing and lightning protection, load schedules, cable routing, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Specify and procure major electrical assets: HV/LV switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, motors, and lighting.
• Conduct HV power system modelling, protection studies, and liaise directly with DNOs and project stakeholders.
• Oversee compliance with UK nuclear codes, ATEX/DSEAR guidelines, and CE marking directives.

Requirements

• Sector Experience : 15+ years … …
• Technical Focus: Deep expertise in HV/LV distribution, HV power system modelling, and substation design.
• Security Clearance: Must hold active UK SC Clearance or be fully eligible to achieve it.
• Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent completed apprenticeship) with CEng/IEng status preferred.
• Work Pattern: Hybrid model (2:3 days per week in the Manchester office, typically Tuesday:Thursday).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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