Lead Electrical Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE in Manchester seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Nuclear sector detailed design and HV substation projects to lead delivery of complete electrical scopes, manage project teams, and drive high‑integrity electrical design for critical infrastructure. Hybrid work pattern, 2–3 days in the Manchester office (Tue-Thu).

Candidates should have 15+ years of UK Nuclear sector experience, deep HV/LV distribution and protection modelling expertise, and hold active UK

Qualifications

• 15+ years of engineering experience in the UK Nuclear sector with recent hands-on detailed design.
• Deep expertise in HV/LV distribution, power system modelling and substation design.
• UK SC Clearance or eligible to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical project delivery including schedule/MDR creation, CTR estimates, change control and delegation of 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 and protection studies; liaise with DNOs and project stakeholders.
• Oversee compliance with UK nuclear codes, ATEX/DSEAR guidelines and CE marking directives.

Skills

Project leadership

Electrical design

HV/LV distribution

Power system modelling

Electrical schematics

CE marking compliance

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Lead Electrical Engineer - Nuclear & 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 of engineering experience with recent, hands-on detailed design experience in the UK Nuclear sector.

• 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.