Lead Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Kingston upon Hull to provide technical leadership and support project delivery. This role involves overseeing design activities for AC and DC systems, guiding teams, and ensuring high-quality electrical solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical design, project management, and a strong grasp of relevant standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering detailed electrical designs for AC and DC systems.
• Capable of guiding teams through complex engineering scopes.
• Experience with NFPA and IEEE standards.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing electrical design activities and technical deliverables.
• Providing leadership in the design and specification of electrical systems.
• Managing teams to deliver non-1E design and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical Design

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

NFPA Standards

IEEE Standards

Job description

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Lead Electrical Engineer, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client:

Millbank

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Can you operate at a Principal or Lead Engineer level within a complex, multi-disciplinary team? Do you have proven experience delivering detailed electrical designs for both AC and DC systems? Are you confident managing design teams and mentoring engineers across electrical scopes?

The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead to provide senior-level technical leadership and project delivery support. The ideal candidate will bring expertise across electrical systems design and be capable of guiding teams through complex engineering scopes with minimal supervision.

Location: Warrington, hybrid

Your Duties and Responsibilities will be:

• Serve as a Principal or Lead Engineer, overseeing electrical design activities and technical deliverables.

Providing leadership in the design and specification of:

• Medium and Low Voltage Alternating Current (AC) Systems
• Direct Current (DC) Systems including Battery and UPS Systems
• Auxiliary Electrical Systems: Grounding, Lightning Protection, Lighting, Communications
• Metering & Protection Systems
• Electrical Physical Design & Layout
• Electrical Equipment & Hardware Selection
• Control Systems & Instrumentation
• Fire Protection Systems
• Offer guidance and review support for cable raceway design, cable sizing, and routing.

Managing teams to deliver:

• Non-1E design and specifications
• Non-1E commercial equipment and packaged systems
• Commercial instrumentation and cabling strategies

You will have the following experience and qualifications:

• ETAP
• NFPA 70 and NFPA 804
• IEEE Standards (e.g., IEEE 141, IEEE 242)
• IPCEA (ICEA)
• NEMA standards

Get in touch now: If you’re seeking a new opportunity and think you have the skills and experience for this role, then apply now or contact Zoe Wilson via LinkedIn.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and respects diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons who are eligible to live and work in the UK. Millbank is proud to be a member of the ‘Disability Confident Scheme’. Millbank operates as an Employment Agency and Business.