Lead Electrical Engineer

Talascend International; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is searching for a Lead Electrical Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Woking. The role involves managing electrical engineering services and the development of project deliverables for a significant onshore project. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical engineering, experience with FEED design, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. Competitive compensation and a hybrid work schedule are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid work arrangement

Equal opportunities employer

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical engineering services management.
• Strong knowledge of design and construction processes.
• Experience in Front End Engineering Design (FEED).

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical engineering services for project execution.
• Prepare electrical designs and specifications.
• Oversee project compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Project management

FEED design

Design of LV & MV systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Electrical simulation software

Job description

Overview

New Job Opportunity - Lead Electrical Engineer - 12 Month Outside IR35 Contract

Our client is currently in search for a Lead Electrical Engineer to work on an initial 12 month contract and to be based in Woking at least 4 days per week with 1 day from home.

Contract length: initially 12 months (2 year project)
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Project: Onshore FEED Project for a Client based in Middel East

Project scope

The Principal Electrical Engineer will be responsible for the execution of project work, in accordance with the Discipline Design Instructions, including Company and / or Project Procedures on Safety and Quality Control, within the man - hour, cost budgets and the project schedule targets.

The Principal Electrical Engineer will develop the electrical following deliverables:

• Base of Design
• Load list
• Single line diagram, drawings, diagrams
• Specification
• Calculation
• System study
• Input to layout
• Input to equipment list
• Input to cost estimate
• Electrical narrative in concept report

Deliverables and responsibilities

The Principal Electrical Engineer will be responsible to produce the following deliverables:

• Manage electrical engineering services that meet KENT, its customers' and applicable statutory and regulatory specifications, on time and within budget.
• Manage electrical engineering project requirements.
• Manage electrical engineering services such as:
• participate in relevant meetings, prepare progress reports and comply with the required checking procedures
• ensure the project scope is clear and that changes comply with project change management processes
• provide advice during procurement, construction and commissioning activities. For example, oversee requisitions, technical bid evaluations and purchase order preparation.
• Act as the electrical engineering Lead on specific projects.
• Proactively resolve any discrepancies between KENT and its Customer's requirements.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.
• Design the electrical distribution systems in a project team environment with a focus on studies, Front End (FEED)design, detailed design, for new plants.
• Prepare Electrical equipment specifications, data sheets and purchasing requisitions
• Develop/Coordinate protective relay settings and coordination studies.
• Load List and Electrical equipment sizing
• Design of LV & MV Single Line Diagrams with strong knowledge of Relay & Metering systems associated with substations and e-houses.
• Design of motor protection and control schematics/wiring diagrams
• Review vendor designs for compliance with Technical Specifications and applicable standards
• Support the team members on projects
• Update electrical schedule progress on assigned projects
• Provide Electrical BOMs and major equipment costs for capital cost estimates at various project stages (Feasibility Study, PDB and Detailed Engineering)
• Establish the scope of work for projects/ proposals, developing engineering cost estimates and deliverable lists
• Attend project team meetings, Client meetings and vendor review meetings
• Establish a good working relationship with the Clients
• Review designs for constructability and accordance with project requirements

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Lead Electrical Engineerlooking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.