Senior Electrical Consulting Engineer

GHD Group; North East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy is seeking a Senior Engineer to deliver power sector projects. The role involves technical problem-solving, client support, and mentorship of junior engineers. Strong qualifications in electrical engineering and project delivery are essential. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive work environment focused on personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Medical insurance

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Strong technical skills and desire to grow in consulting.
• Experience in electrical engineering projects.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of electrical engineering projects.
• Produce and review technical specifications.
• Support site-based activities including FAT, SAT.
• Help mentor and support junior engineers.

Skills

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Understanding of UK electricity system

Experience in design and specification

Knowledge of key electrical equipment

Project delivery experience

Consulting experience

Site experience (FAT, SAT)

Chartered Engineer status (CEng)

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum)

Tools

Gas and air insulated switchgear

Transformers

Harmonic filters

Power cables

Job description

Your Role

As a Senior Engineer, you will contribute to the successful delivery of power sector projects and play a key role in technical problem-solving, client support and developing innovative solutions. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting and leading the delivery of electrical engineering projects across distribution and transmission systems.


• Producing and reviewing technical specifications, FEED and concept studies.


• Acting as Owner's Engineer and providing technical advisory/due diligence support.


• Undertaking cable system design, substation design (grid and distribution), and equipment specification.


• Assisting with tendering, bids, and proposals, providing technical expertise.


• Supporting site-based activities, including FAT, SAT and commissioning.


• Helping to mentor and support junior engineers, contributing to team growth.

What You\'ll Bring: Skills & Experience

We\'re looking for a technically strong engineer with a desire to grow their career in consulting. You will have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng/BSc minimum; MEng/MSc desirable).


• Solid understanding of the UK electricity system and regulatory/stakeholder environment.


• Experience in the design, specification, construction, operation or maintenance of distribution and transmission level networks.


• Knowledge of key electrical equipment, such as:
  
  
  
  • Gas and air insulated switchgear, transformers, harmonic filters, and reactive compensation equipment.
  
  
  • Power cables (experience desirable).
  
  
  • Power system protection and control (experience desirable).
  
  
  
  


• Previous project delivery experience (leading or co-ordinating tasks).


• Consulting experience (desirable, but not essential).


• Site experience (FAT, SAT, commissioning) - an advantage.


• Working towards or already holding Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with IET (or similar).

Why Join GHD?

At GHD, your career is yours to shape. We\'ll support your growth, wellbeing and ambition, with:

• Competitive salary aligned to your skills and experience.


• Hybrid working to help achieve a work-life balance.


• 25 days annual leave, plus option to buy up to 4 extra weeks.


• Pension scheme, medical insurance, income protection.


• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly policies.


• Voluntary benefits including cycle to work, gym discounts, retail savings.


• Access to Employee Network Groups and wellbeing resources.


• Clear career pathways-whether you want to focus on technical excellence, client leadership, or project management.


• International opportunities across GHD\'s 10,000+ global network of professionals.


• Full support for achieving and maintaining professional registration and chartership.

About GHD

GHD is a global professional services company with over 10,000 employees across five continents, delivering innovative solutions in energy, water, environment, property & buildings, and transport.

As an employee-owned business, we foster a culture of collaboration, flexibility and inclusion-giving our people the autonomy and opportunities to thrive.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Apply now to join GHD as a Senior Electrical Consulting Engineer and be part of shaping tomorrow\'s energy systems.