Lead Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead to oversee electrical design projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in AC and DC systems, coupled with project management experience. This hybrid role demands leadership in technical deliverables and the ability to guide teams in complex engineering scopes. Bring your expertise to a dynamic environment and help shape innovative electrical solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering detailed electrical designs for AC and DC systems.
• Proven ability to manage design teams and mentor engineers.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards and electrical systems design.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical design activities and deliverable management.
• Provide guidance on electrical systems such as grounding and protection.
• Lead teams in delivering commercial instrumentation and cabling strategies.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Technical leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

NEMA standards

IEEE Standards

Job description

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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

• Serve as a Principal or Lead Engineer, overseeing electrical design activities and technical deliverables.

Providing 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.