Senior Electrical Engineer

Matchtech Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variety of challenging projects

Professional development and training

Supportive and collaborative work env

Comprehensive employee benefits

Job summary

Matchtech Group's client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a team focusing on electrical engineering within distribution, transmission, renewables, and T&D industries. The role involves developing electrical EPC/ICP designs, grid code studies, component selection, and ensuring interface alignment with civil design.

Responsibilities include leading in-house resources and contractors, mentoring staff, and supporting tendering with technical input and pricing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in ICP, electrical engineering, electrical design and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of UK Grid Code, network operator standards, and UK design standards/regulations.
• Proficiency with electrical system modelling software (DigSilent, PSCAD) and CAD software.
• Understanding of MS Project, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical EPC and ICP system designs from preliminary to detailed status.
• Conduct steady state, dynamic and grid code compliance studies.
• Select components, equipment and materials for electrical designs.
• Ensure compliance with engineering design packages and align electrical with civil interfaces.
• Manage in-house design resources and external contractors, providing mentorship and guidance.
• Support tendering with technical input and assist in tender pricing; write scopes for subcontractors/vendors.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DigSilent

PSCAD

CAD software

MS Project

Excel

Word

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Our client, a leader in the engineering sector, is currently seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team. This permanent role focuses on electrical engineering within the distribution, transmission, renewables, and T&D industries.

Key Responsibilities:

Electrical Design

• Perform and manage the development of electrical EPC and ICP system designs from preliminary to detailed status
• Conduct steady state, dynamic and grid code compliance studies
• Select appropriate electrical components, equipment, and materials
• Ensure compliance with engineering design packages
• Align electrical and civil design interfaces
• Resolve complex technical design issues and act as a primary electrical design authority

Leadership

• Manage and support in-house electrical design resources and external contractors
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance
• Review and approve electrical design outputs
• Support training and development of team members

Commercial, Tendering & Procurement Support

• Provide technical input during tendering to develop preliminary electrical designs
• Support the development of tender pricing
• Define key equipment specifications with the Procurement Department
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors/vendors and support tender evaluation

Job Requirements

• Experience in ICP, electrical engineering, electrical design, and electrical
• Knowledge of UK Grid Code, network operator standards, and applicable UK design standards and regulations
• Proficiency with electrical system modelling software (DigSilent, PSCAD) and CAD software
• Understanding of MS Project, Excel, and Word
• Ability to manage and resolve complex electrical design issues
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Full driving licence

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Comprehensive employee benefits package