Lead Electrical Engineer - Power & Energy Storage

ZipRecruiter; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to support energy security and transition to sustainability. Responsibilities include overseeing projects, hands-on support for fault finding, and managing contractors. Ideal candidates have an HND or degree in Electrical Engineering, strong skills in power plant electrical systems, and a driving licence. The role offers competitive benefits and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced pension (up to 12% company contribution)

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits

EV charging at sites

Additional overtime after 37.5 hours

Qualifications

• Experience in HSSE compliance.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and outage delivery.
• Provide hands-on support for fault finding and performance optimisation.
• Manage contractors, scopes of work, and technical specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of power plant electrical systems

Interpersonal skills

Planning and organisational skills

Project and contract management

Education

HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take on a high-profile engineering role that supports the UK’s energy security and transition to a sustainable future? We are looking for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join the Asset Support and Outage Excellence Team, working across advanced power stations and gas storage facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects and outage delivery, ensuring HSSE and quality standards are met.
• Provide hands-on support: fault finding, problem solving, and performance optimisation.
• Manage contractors, scopes of work, and technical specifications.
• Share best practices across multiple sites to drive efficiency and performance.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

What We’re Looking For

• HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of power plant electrical systems: generators, motors, HV transformers, switchgear, HV distribution.
• Experience in project and contract management, including HSSE compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal, planning, and organisational skills.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Project management qualification (APMP/Prince2), SAP experience, lean/root cause problem-solving knowledge.

What’s on Offer

• Enhanced pension (up to 12% company contribution)
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance (with GP service)
• Flexible benefits: Share Incentive Plan, Cycle2Work, Dental, Life Insurance, and more
• EV charging at sites
• Career development and international opportunities in a diverse, inclusive environment
• Additional overtime after 37.5 hours
• Travel will be required with this role