Lead Electrical Engineer

VIQU IT; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systems integration company in Stafford is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to manage critical design and implementation projects in the energy sector. This hybrid role involves leading a team and overseeing the project lifecycle from initial survey to commissioning. Candidates should have significant experience in electrical engineering within energy markets and possess strong design and project management skills.

Benefits

Bonus for successful referrals up to £1,000

Qualifications

• Proven experience on large-scale E, C & I design projects, ideally within the energy market.
• Expertise in control panel design and field cabling systems.
• Must hold a current full driving licence (UK or easily convertible).

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the hardware/electrical engineering team.
• Ensure team compliance to procedures and engineering standards.
• Interpret customer data to produce system designs.

Skills

Control panel design

Field cabling systems

Project lifecycle management

Engineering tools (AutoCAD, Word, Excel)

Education

Degree in relevant subject or HND with experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lead Electrical Engineer

Stone, Staffordshire (Hybrid)

Competitive Salary - Permanent

VIQU has partnered with a leading systems integration company to recruit a Lead Electrical Engineer to drive critical E, C & I design and implementation projects within the energy sector. This high-impact role involves leading the design of PLC-based control panels, cabling solutions, MCCs, Drives & Controls, and Switchgear for highly regulated industrial environments, focusing on thermal and hydro power generation. The engineer will lead a team, ensure compliance, and oversee the full project lifecycle from site survey to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Electrical Engineer:

• Lead and drive the hardware/electrical engineering team, reviewing and approving all designs.
• Ensure team compliance to agreed procedures, methods, and engineering standards.
• Interpret customer data and specifications to lead/produce system designs.
• Lead the creation/modification of Design Packs (GAs, schematics, wiring diagrams, site cable drawings).
• Produce all required client documentation: FDS, Test Documentation, Manuals.
• Lead site surveys and support Site Acceptance Testing/Commissioning.
• Support tender document production and cost estimates.

Key Requirements of the Lead Electrical Engineer:

• Proven experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale E, C & I design and implementation projects, ideally within the energy market (thermal/hydro) or similar utilities.
• Expertise in control panel design (PLC, I/O, Comms cards, UPS) and field cabling systems, including surveying and performing cable calculations for sizing and earthing/protection.
• Educated to at least degree level in a relevant subject or HND with significant post-graduate experience (5 years post-degree or 6 years post-HND).
• Proficiency with engineering tools including AutoCAD, Word, and Excel.
• Strong understanding of the Full Project Lifecycle and ability to apply a methodical approach to customer requirements.
• Must hold a current full driving licence (UK or easily convertible).
• Desirable: Experience with PLC platforms (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider), BSth Edition, or Functional Safety (IEC 61508).

Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this Lead Electrical Engineer position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).