Lead Electrical Engineer

Egis Group; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer to support the MEPHFC team in London. The successful candidate will manage a team, oversee the development of electrical designs, and ensure project delivery meets standards. This role is ideal for someone with extensive railway industry experience and strong leadership qualities, providing a range of benefits including a competitive salary, flexible working, and further training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and flexible working

27-29 days annual leave + bank holidays

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Life assurance and bereavement support

Cycle to work scheme

Eye care vouchers

Travel loans

Mobile phone allowance

Healthcare options

Workplace nursery scheme

Electric car scheme

Training & development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the railway industry required.
• Experience in CEM/CRE/DPE roles and managing electrical services design.
• Knowledge of British and Rail Standards including Network Rail, HS2, TfL.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineers, overseeing electrical designs from feasibility to As Built.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure design assurance.
• Mentor staff in CRE roles and promote a 'get it right first time' culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Project Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Membership in an engineering institute

Professional Registration with the Engineering Council

Tools

Trimble

Amtech Pro Design

Dialux

Relux

Job description

As an Associate / Lead Electrical Engineer, you will be a senior team member supporting the Associate Director leading the MEPHFC team. Your responsibilities include leading and managing engineers, delivering electrical designs, and possibly assuming a CEM or CRE role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertaking the CEM and/or CRE role
• Deputising for the Associate Director as needed
• Developing designs from feasibility to As Built
• Conducting design reviews and ensuring design assurance
• Growing the team and enhancing technical capabilities
• Leading and managing a team of engineers
• Mentoring in CRE roles and discipline training
• Fostering a 'get it right first time' culture
• Producing progress reports
• Presenting to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Membership in an engineering institute and Professional Registration with the Engineering Council
• Experience in CEM/CRE/DPE roles
• Experience managing projects per NR-L2-RSE-02009
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in the railway industry
• Experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination
• Knowledge of British Standards, Rail Standards (Network Rail, HS2, TfL)
• Ability to meet deadlines and budgets
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency in engineering software (Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux, Relux)
• Understanding procurement activities

Additional Requirements:

Must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and flexible working
• 27-29 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Annual bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance and bereavement support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• Travel loans
• Mobile phone allowance
• Healthcare options
• Workplace nursery scheme
• Electric car scheme
• Training & development opportunities

Our Commitment:

We are dedicated to sustainability and social responsibility through our Egis Foundation, supporting initiatives to combat climate change and promote education and social projects.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and inclusion in our workforce, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds.