Security-Cleared Electrical Engineering Lead

Abatec Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Abatec is recruiting an Electrical Engineering Lead on behalf of our client, supporting infrastructure and asset development at a major defence facility. You will lead a team of electrical engineers across a range of projects, providing technical guidance and acting as a key interface with the customer.

The role covers modifications to existing assets and the development of new infrastructure, ensuring designs meet operational requirements, safety standards and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Experience in highly regulated sectors (nuclear, maritime, infrastructure, or oil & gas).
• Experience scoping, designing and modifying electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, LV/HV).
• Knowledge of IEEE/IEC electrical standards and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical discipline and ensure high quality delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and interface with the customer.
• Scope and design electrical modifications and new installations from concept to implementation.
• Review and approve technical documentation to address safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate electrical designs.
• Support installation, commissioning and testing activities.
• Contribute technical input to project documentation and risk assessments.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Stakeholder liaison

Electrical engineering

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Abatec is recruiting an Electrical Engineering Lead on behalf of our client, supporting infrastructure and asset development at a major defence facility. You will lead a team of electrical engineers across a range of projects, providing technical guidance and acting as a key interface with the customer.

The role covers modifications to existing assets and the development of new infrastructure, ensuring designs meet operational requirements, safety standards and regulatory obligations.