Lead Electrical Engineer

VIQU IT; Stafford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading systems integration company seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer in Stafford to oversee the design and implementation of critical projects in the energy sector. This hybrid role involves leading a team, ensuring compliance, and managing the project lifecycle from surveys to commissioning. The ideal candidate has significant experience in electrical design, proficiency with key engineering tools, and a strong understanding of project methods. Competitive salary and referral bonuses available.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Lead/Senior Electrical Engineer on large-scale design projects.
• Expertise in control panel design and field cable calculations.
• Must hold a current full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hardware/electrical engineering team and approve designs.
• Ensure team compliance to engineering standards.
• Produce required documentation for clients.

Skills

Control panel design (PLC)

Field cabling systems

Engineering tools (e.g., AutoCAD)

Project lifecycle understanding

Communication skills

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).

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