Lead Electrical Engineer - Design

ZipRecruiter; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Lead Electrical Engineer

Reporting to: Term Framework Design Manager

Location: Macclesfield / Hybrid

Employment Period: Permanent

Contract Type: Staff

Grade: Senior

Role Overview:

The Lead Electrical Engineer will support the Term Framework Design Manager through the provision of Electrical Engineering, Design and Consultancy Services. This is a challenging and diverse role operating in the highly regulated pharmaceutical sector. The role will be undertaken on a part-time basis (approx. 8 to 16 hrs/week initially) alongside the role of electrical project activities delivering projects. The candidate will support our client in their journey in delivering clean energy solutions that are innovative, sustainable, compliant, and cost-effective. We are looking for a high performer with significant technical competence and experience combined with leadership qualities.

A collaborative approach, strong values, and excellent communication skills are essential qualities for this role.

Role Detail Description:

The Lead Electrical Engineer will report directly to the Term Framework Design Manager and shall support the efficient and effective running of the department. In addition to an engineer's responsibilities, the Lead Engineer will have the responsibility to support the Term Framework Design Manager in the following activities:

1. Assist Document control with interim audits of the electrical design team projects.
2. Liaise with the E&I design team to coordinate resource loading and assist the team to prioritize their workload.
3. Liaise with the E&I design team to have regular meetings within the Team (min. fortnightly).
4. Assist the Term Framework Manager with the production/review of design deliverables schedules for project costing.
5. Assist the Term Framework Manager with the review of drawings and documentation in preparation for submission to the client.
6. Have a strong ability to identify, communicate and manage risk.
7. Undertake feasibility studies (Class D Estimates) and other tendering activities.
8. Support the effective delivery of projects to time, quality, and cost targets meeting client KPIs by personal leadership or directing other members of the team.
9. Prepare or review and approve contract documentation including Scope of Work and Professional Services Agreements for Design Subcontracts (i.e. Honeywell, ADT, etc).
10. Mentor/train other electrical team members including graduates and trainees.
11. Support the Term Framework Design Manager to identify procedural and policy changes to improve operational efficiency.
12. Provide effective, accurate & efficient technical advice to the Electrical Design Team.
13. Lead the Electrical Design Team in providing innovative, sustainable and value-engineered solutions to the projects.
14. Work closely with the portfolio lead to achieve design deliverables in line with current project stage gates.

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience:

1. Chartered/Incorporated Engineer or working towards Chartership.
2. Previous experience acting as Lead Electrical Engineer.
3. Building services design.
4. Electrical & instrumentation design.
5. Degree in electrical engineering related subject preferable.
6. Strong understanding of design process & associated documentation.
7. Significant experience in the application of Building regulations to assist with compliance with Principal Designer (Building Regulations) duties.
8. Extensive knowledge of BS7671.
9. Knowledge of Fire System design in accordance with BS5839.
10. Hazardous Area (ATEX) design in accordance with BS EN 60079-14 with Compex qualifications.
11. Significant experience in the application of electrical design Standards.
12. Project lifecycle experience (i.e. RIBA).
13. Working knowledge of industrial HV and LV distribution systems - specializing in LV distribution.
14. Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 together with experience of undertaking 'Designer' and 'Principal Designer' Duty holder roles.
15. Experience in digital engineering tools and technologies.
16. Knowledge of quality assurance, accounting, data and administrative management practices and procedures.

Salary: between £50-65k

Permanent role

Hybrid working

Macclesfield design department

Band 2 car allowance: £425