Project Engineer (High Voltage)

Aggreko; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy solutions provider is seeking a Project Engineer (High Voltage) in Uttoxeter, UK. The role involves providing expert support for high-value applications, leading technical designs, and supporting HV operations. The ideal candidate will have an HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering, strong technical skills, and a commitment to high standards. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Continued personal development

Paid time off for volunteering

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven operational high voltage experience including PTW and isolation techniques.
• Strong technical skills documented in electrical control systems design.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert Sales & Service Support for high-value applications.
• Lead technical design, specification, and testing for power applications.
• Support HV business operations with transformer and switchgear testing.

Skills

Electrical Engineering knowledge

Technical skills in power generation

Communication skills

Flexibility and commitment to high standards

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

We\'re the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive. We work as a team and we’re proud of the difference we make to customers, to local communities, and towards a sustainable future for the world.

We’re looking for a Project Engineer (High Voltage)

The Project Team\’s covers UK and Ireland as such there will be a frequent requirement to travel and stay away from home.

Why Aggreko?

Here are some of the perks and rewards.

• A competitive salary and benefits package (including but not limited to pension plan, bonus scheme, and Life Assurance)

• Generous holiday entitlement, with option to ‘buy’ or ‘sell'

• A focus on continued personal development

• Paid time off work for volunteering in the community

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which helps promote and support a healthy lifestyle

What you’ll do

• Provide expert Sales & Service Support for high-value, complex applications across the NE region, including customer site visits to drive business growth and achieve targets.

• Lead technical design, specification, and testing for power, load bank, and complex applications, including FAT execution and control system development.

• Support HV business operations by assisting with transformer, switchgear, and cable testing/repair, preparing method statements and risk assessments, and managing SAP/AP responsibilities on site where authorized.

• Enhance service quality and safety by supporting Service Engineers’ development, contributing to QHSE electrical safety procedures, delivering out-of-hours technical support, and acting as SKA assessor to continuously improve power product service delivery.

You’ll have the following skills and experience

• Qualified with HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, complemented by an Electrical Apprenticeship and proven operational HV experience including PTW, isolation techniques, switching plans, and protection calculations.

• Strong technical skills with documented knowledge of power generation, electrical control systems design, and IET wiring regulations, supported by proficiency in CAD, Excel, and Word.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all levels, with a logical approach to fault finding, diagnosis, and delivering cost-effective solutions for complex projects and issues.

• Committed to high standards including 5S methodology, holding a full, clean driving licence, and flexibility to work out of hours and participate in on-call rotations.

Bring your energy. Grow your career.

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.