Lead Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. The role involves overseeing detailed electrical design activities across AC and DC systems within a complex multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have proven leadership skills, experience in project delivery, and familiarity with relevant electrical standards. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, providing a competitive salary and an opportunity to work on significant engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading electrical design activities.
• Ability to mentor and manage engineering teams.
• Proven background in managing AC and DC systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical design activities and deliverables.
• Guide teams in complex engineering projects.
• Provide specifications for AC and DC systems.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical design

Technical delivery

Tools

ETAP

NFPA 70

NFPA 804

IEEE Standards

NEMA standards

Job description

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Lead Electrical Engineer, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client: Millbank

Location: Sheffield, South 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.
• Provide 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.