Senior Electrical Engineer

Gold Group; London; Remote; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Facilities Management organization is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to provide technical leadership on BESS, electrolytic hydrogen, and PV projects. This fully remote position offers a salary of up to £75,000 plus benefits such as a company car, private health care, and a bonus. The successful candidate will be responsible for electrical system design, lead project delivery, and ensure compliance with UK standards while impacting decarbonisation efforts.

Benefits

Company Car

Private Health Care

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

5% Bonus

5% Pension

Paid Professional Membership

Qualifications

• BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred.
• Solid experience in electrical system design with BESS &/or hydrogen.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical system design for energy projects.
• Ensure compliance with UK grid codes and relevant standards.
• Conduct site inspections to promote safety and quality.

Skills

Electrical System Design

Proficiency in Power System Analysis Software

Knowledge of Electrical CAD Software

Understanding of IEC 61850

Education

BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Tools

Power System Analysis Software

Electrical CAD Software

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

Fully Remote / If you wish to be office based this can be in either London / Manchester or Cambridge

75,000 + Company Car

Brief

Senior Electrical Engineer needed for a well-known Facilities Management organisation based full remote or in one of their head offices - London / Manchester or Cambridge who are looking to employ an experienced and well-rounded Senior Electrical Engineer that takes pride in their work with an in-depth knowledge of

The successful candidate will play a key role in the end-to-end delivery of our projects by providing electrical technical leadership during engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning. Your focus will be on BESS, electrolytic hydrogen and PV projects with the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the UK's decarbonisation efforts.

Benefits

• Salary up to 75,000
• Company car
• Private health care
• 5% Bonus
• 25 days holiday + Bank holiday
• Company assistant scheme
• 5% pension
• 1 Paid professional membership

What the role entails:

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you will be responsible for electrical engineering and design on our BESS, PV and Hydrogen projects as well as technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

• Lead the electrical system design for energy projects, including HV/LV distribution systems, protection schemes, and control systems
• Develop single-line diagrams, protection coordination studies, and detailed design drawings
• Perform power system studies including load flow, fault current, and stability analysis
• Prepare, review and approve electrical equipment specifications and vendor documentation
• Ensure compliance with UK grid codes, G99, and relevant standards
• Prepare detailed technical specifications for major electrical equipment including transformers, power conversion systems, protection relays, and control systems
• Support with the development of tender packages and scope of work documents for electrical contractors
• Lead technical bid evaluations and contractor selection process
• Conduct site inspections to promote our Safety-First culture and ensure quality of installation
• Act as Electrically Authorised Person (EAP) and support training of other EAPs
• Review and respond to technical queries and contractor RFIs
• Review and approve as-built documentation
• Develop detailed commissioning specifications and acceptance criteria
• Oversee pre-commissioning checks and testing activities

What experience you need to be the successful Senior Electrical Engineer:

Education:

• BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status preferred
• Authorised person HV LV qualification or similar preferred

Experience:

• Solid experience in electrical system design
• Demonstrable experience with BESS &/or hydrogen (both preferred)
• Strong background in HV systems (11kV-132kV) design and protection
• Proven track record in managing subcontractors and reviewing deliverables
• Experience with UK grid compliance and connection requirements
• Experience in equipment factory testing and inspection
• Understanding of commissioning protocols for HV/LV systems

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in power system analysis software
• Strong knowledge of electrical CAD software
• Understanding of IEC 61850 and relevant communication protocols
• Experience with protection relay coordination
• Familiarity with energy management systems and grid services

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Electrical Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

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