Senior Electrical Engineer

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Surrey is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead small teams for deployments and maintenance. The role involves hands-on work with emergent technologies, requiring solid experience in electrical installations, networking, and communications. Ideal candidates will have over five years in electrical engineering and exhibit strong leadership skills. Attractive salary of £50,000 plus benefits including health cover and stock options.

Benefits

BUPA health cover

Stock options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in electrical build and test procedures.
• Background in commercial or telecoms industries is essential.
• Must have a UK driving licence and eligibility for UK Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams during deployments and mentor apprentices.
• Build and test panels and control cabinets.
• Configuration and troubleshooting of telecoms equipment.

Skills

Electrical build and installation

Networking configuration

Team leadership

Problem-solving and decision-making

Organisational skills

Education

Minimum of five years' experience in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Windows OS

CAD electrical schematics

Job description

Overview

This role offers the chance to bring emergent technologies into operation in a strategically important sector. You will be primarily based in Surrey for hands-on, workshop-based build phases, with regular travel across the UK and abroad for deployments and maintenance.

As part of the role, you will lead small teams during deployments, guide apprentices and junior engineers, and collaborate with colleagues to deliver high-quality products on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate will come from a commercial or telecoms background, with proven networking experience to complement their electrical engineering expertise.

Responsibilities

• Build and test panels, control cabinets, distribution boxes, cabling systems and marine installations
• Wiring, soldering at both cable and PCB level, connector assembly, and crimping
• Battery cabling and terminations
• Production of watertight cable looms and coaxial cable products
• System testing, interrogation, and fault-finding across power (typically DC) and communications equipment
• Configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networking and telecoms equipment
• Working from Works Orders, CAD electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and production instructions
• Collaboration with electrical designers to improve products, drawings, and methods
• Providing leadership on deployments and mentoring apprentices
• Reporting progress, escalating issues, and ensuring stock, consumables, and workshop housekeeping are managed effectively
• Maintaining a safe and compliant working environment, ensuring equipment is tested and compliant, PPE is used correctly, and hazards are reported promptly

Experience Required

• Minimum of five years' experience in Electrical Engineering, including time as a team lead or supervisor
• Background in commercial or telecoms industries with networking and communications expertise
• Proficiency in electrical build, test, and installation including wiring, soldering, and cabling
• Strong experience with Windows OS, networking configuration, and troubleshooting
• Independent problem-solving and decision-making skills, particularly in field conditions
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently or lead a team
• Full UK driving licence
• UK Security Clearance, or eligibility to obtain clearance

Salary & Benefits

• Salary 50,000
• BUPA health cover
• Stock options or employee equity participation
• Opportunities for UK and international travel