Senior Electrical Engineer

EMEA3 Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer on a 6-month contract, based in Leeds with potential to work across Manchester, Whitehaven, Warrington, Glasgow or Newcastle. You will lead CE&I projects, provide technical guidance, mentor engineers and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant electrical designs for complex infrastructure.

Strong client-facing skills and knowledge of BS 7671 are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Knowledge of electrical design standards and codes.
• Experience in regulated, quality-controlled environments.
• Strong client liaison skills.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• MV / LV power design and distribution.
• Building services systems including fire alarm, security, lighting design.
• Control & Instrumentation systems.
• Lead and manage project teams.
• Engage with clients in construction environments.
• Apply analytical problem solving across projects.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary settings.

Skills

MV / LV power design

Building services design

Control & Instrumentation systems

Project teams leadership

Client-facing & construction exposure

Design tools knowledge (BIM/IT)

Analytical & problem solving

Interpersonal & communication

Tools

CAD

Revit

Amtech

BIM

Calculations packages

Job description

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.
At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.

Job description - the role

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.
On Behalf of Arup , we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer for a 6 month contract can be based in Leeds, Manchester, Whitehaven, Warrington, Glasgow or Newcastle .

Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience

Purpose of the role:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer with drive and experience, you will be a key part of the CE&I team leadership; managing multi-disciplinary projects while providing technical support and mentoring to the other engineers. Your role will involve managing in a dynamic and stimulating environment with many opportunities to apply your knowledge and expertise to a range of exciting projects.

What you’ll do:

• MV / LV power design and distribution
• Building services systems including fire alarm, security, lighting design, lightning protection, earthing etc
• Control & Instrumentation systems
• Strong track record of running project teams
• A clear understanding of, or experience within a client-facing & construction environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Adaptable, resilient and able to work in multi-disciplinary settings
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Professional, organised, and highly methodical
• Demonstrable knowledge of engineering was a key attribute. Have worked within a regulated and quality assured system in roles reliant upon professional engineering judgment and design was a major part of the role.
• Knowledge of relevant design tools, techniques and related methods, e.g. IT systems, BIM, thermal/energy analysis, calculations packages, etc.

The skills you’ll need:

• Experience of working in a wide variety of sectors, infrastructure & nuclear would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge of BS 7671 and related documents
• Good knowledge of CDM regulations
• CAD, Revit, Amtech & other digital design packages knowledge & skills
• Ability to think outside the specialism and integrate multi-disciplinary requirements into holistic, coordinated solutions focusing on constructability & working with contractors.

About the client

About the client
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup’s internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.