Lead Electrical Engineer

-; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting and engineering firm is seeking an experienced Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer for its Tunnels & Highways projects based in Greater London, UK. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in High and Low Voltage electrical services, exceptional leadership abilities, and a strong commitment to safety and standards. This role includes leading a team, producing complex electrical designs, and ensuring design quality. Join a company dedicated to people and sustainability.

Qualifications

• At least 15 years' experience in the industry.
• Member of an engineering institute with Professional Registration.
• Ability to deliver work to a program and budget.
• Expert in managing design interfaces and integration processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small team of engineers.
• Produce HV, LV, and electrical designs and documentation.
• Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to regulations.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure design assurance.

Skills

High Voltage electrical services design

Low Voltage electrical services design

Leadership and mentoring skills

Excellent communication skills

Collaboration abilities

Knowledge of British Standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Trimble/Amtech Pro Design

Dialux

Relux

Job description

Company Description

Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport and mobility services. Joining our Group and its 22,000 employees means, above all, sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

In the UK, we are delivering some of the most iconic projects which help connect people, protect our environment and meet emission reduction targets. We work in the transport and energy sectors, providing consultancy, engineering and operations services for clients such as major airports, governments, regulators, cities and rail and road operators.

With over 50 years of experience in the rail industry, we've delivered complex and challenging multidisciplinary projects all over the world. Our expertise extends to depots, operations, maintenance analytics and asset management across all aspects of rail, including transport, technical and sustainability assessments and systems infrastructure.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer to join the Egis Transport Solutions MEPHFC Design Team, with a focus on our Tunnels & Highways projects. The ideal candidate will have experience working on Tunnels & Highways projects and be a subject matter expert in both High Voltage & Low Voltage electrical services design and coordination.

As an Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage other engineers and be responsible for the delivery of electrical designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

This role may also include working on projects/bids internationally for Egis Transport Solution or other Egis subsidiaries.

Your responsibilities are likely to include:

• Lead & manage a small team of engineers
• Deputise for the Associate Director where required
• Act as technical authority for electrical power related matters
• Produce HV, LV, and electrical building services designs, including design reports, technical specifications, single line diagrams, layouts, calculations, protection schemes, maximum demand assessments, load flow analysis, earthing & bonding
• Develop design from feasibility up to As Built
• Discharge safety responsibilities in relation to CDM Regulations, Health and Safety legislation
• Carrying out design reviews and working to design assurance processes
• Help to grow the team and develop its technical capability
• Provide mentorship to other engineers on the team
• Nurture a get it right first-time culture within the team
• Produce and issue progress reports
• Prepare & conduct presentations to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders etc.
• Provide on-site design support during the construction and T&C phases and assess safety practice during the works

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Member of an engineering institute and has Engineering Council Professional Registration
• A subject matter expert in High Voltage, Low Voltage, and electrical building services design and coordination
• At least 15 years' experience in the industry
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Standards and Regulations
• Ability to deliver work to a programme and budget
• Excellent leadership skills and mentoring experience
• An ability to train and upskill team members
• Expert communication, organisation, and collaboration abilities
• Proficient at leading meetings and presenting to clients, stakeholders, colleagues, subcontractors, suppliers etc.
• Experience of supporting the organisation to build and grow

• Excellent understanding of electrical systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective
• Knowledge of engineering software tools including ETAP, Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux or Relux
• Knowledge of procurement activities and lead times
• Being committed to professional development, staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies, integrating them into project designs as appropriate

YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK

Desirable:

• Knowledge of design stages and requirements e.g. RIBA, BSRIA
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
• Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment
• Experience of producing technical notes, reports, specifications, drawings, schedules and calculations
• Ability to find solutions to engineering problems
• Proven capability in managing design interfaces and integration processes

• Experience of design assurance requirements & processes
• Good understanding of relevant legislation such as CDM
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications
• Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and excellent commercial awareness

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we're leaving behind. As part of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone's contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.