Senior Electrical Engineer

PAE Government Services Inc.; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension contributions

Parental leave

Professional development

Flexible benefits

Hybrid/ flexible working

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design large industrial facilities, including power stations and major manufacturing sites, in the UK with hybrid‑based work in Glasgow. Occasional site visits may be required.

You will lead electrical design activities, coordinate with project teams, and deliver drawings and specifications for complex industrial projects within the defence and nuclear sectors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical engineering discipline.
• Experience in design of HV/LV distribution systems and protection.
• Experience in LV cable sizing and using sizing software.
• Experience in electrical building services design.
• Experience in contracting environment with site exposure.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Desirable ETAP/CAD experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess and design, coordinating with project delivery teams.
• Work with a team of electrical engineers and designers.
• Prepare drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Perform calculations for equipment and systems in industrial settings.
• Coordinate with Safety Case and System Engineering teams.
• Participate in planning, cost development and scheduling.
• Maintain communication with clients and project teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV/LV distribution

Cable sizing

Electrical building services

Contracting environment

Willing to travel

Nuclear & Defence sector

Incorporated/Chartered engineer

AutoCAD/Revit

Education

Electrical engineering degree

Chartered Engineer status

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About the Opportunity

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice, and we are looking for an Senior Electrical Engineer to design large industrial facilities, e.g. power station buildings, large manufacturing facilities, dockyards, etc then we want to speak with you. We offer hybrid working with 1-2 days in the our Glasgow or Reading office. Occasional site visits may be necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs the assessment and design and monitors ongoing process of a project, including the coordination of the project with project delivery team.
• Working with a team of Electrical engineers/designers in developing engineering deliverables throughout various stages of the project.
• Prepare drawings, functional and technical specifications, and contract documents.
• Performs calculations and evaluations in the design of equipment and systems for industrial applications.
• Interfaces and co-ordinates with Safety Case and System Engineering teams.
• Participates in planning, cost development and management, and scheduling for assigned projects.
• Maintains effective communication with clients, project team members and project delivery team.

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive. Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all. We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. Work‑life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Possess knowledge of the electrical engineering discipline.
• Experience in design of HV/LV distribution systems and associated control and protection systems.
• Experience in LV cable sizing and design and using cable sizing software (AMTECH).
• Experience in electrical building services design.
• Experience in a contracting environment, relevant site experience.
• Willing to travel if/when required
• Desirable Experience in HV distribution and design and using cable sizing software (ETAP).
• Experience in Fire Alarm and Security systems design.
• Background in project design/engineering work in specialist area preferred (Nuclear and Defence Sector).
• Professionally qualified (e.g. Incorporated/Chartered) Engineer with a degree (preferred but not necessary) in the relevant discipline.
• Experience of working on Nuclear Safety Implicated systems.
• Experience in using AutoCAD/Revit software.Demonstrated record of maintaining own skills and knowledge at the forefront of the field.

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary and benefits package, with unrivalled salary sacrifice schemes available.
• Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
• Generous pension contributions.
• Enhanced parental leave and family‑friendly policies.
• Professional development support and membership reimbursement.
• Access to a flexible benefits programme tailored to your needs, including buying or selling up to 10 days’ extra holiday.
• Hybrid and flexible working options to support work‑life balance.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact [e-mail].

Welcome back! We encourage you to check on the status of your current job applications with us. You can also search for a list of our current job openings and see if there are any new positions that might be a good fit for you. Thank you for continued interest in employment with Amentum. For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients.

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