Senior Electrical Engineer

JT Recruit Ltd; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead a dedicated team for the delivery of complex electrical projects. This role involves overseeing High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems to ensure safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, significant experience in the field, and strong team leadership capabilities. A generous benefits package is provided, including extensive annual leave and childcare support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance of 44 days

Childcare support initiatives

Employee Assistance Programme

On campus parking with charging points

Access to sports facilities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Proven experience in leading and managing engineering teams.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers.
• Manage team workload, priorities, and resource allocation.
• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of electrical projects.
• Conduct thorough analysis and risk assessments for electrical systems.
• Lead the development and implementation of maintenance programs.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it

Job description

Overview

Senior Electrical Engineer required to lead the client’s dedicated team of engineers in the delivery of complex electrical projects. This role is critical in ensuring the electrical infrastructure is designed, maintained, and upgraded to the highest standards. The Senior Electrical Engineer will oversee both High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency in all operations.

Responsibilities

The right candidate for the role will:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Manage team workload, priorities, and resource allocation to ensure the timely and successful completion of projects.
• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of electrical projects, including building infrastructure, HV and LV systems, and other related installations.
• Conduct thorough analysis and risk assessments for electrical systems, implementing solutions to mitigate potential issues.
• Lead the development and implementation of maintenance programs for HV and LV systems to ensure long-term reliability and safety.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it.
• Extensive experience in the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems, including HV and LV infrastructure.
• Proven experience in leading and managing engineering teams.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Previous experience working within a large organisation.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance of 44 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days)
• A range of childcare support initiatives and benefits including childcare vouchers; on-site university nursery (with salary sacrifice scheme); and holiday play schemes.
• We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies.
• Employee Assistance Programme
• On campus parking with charging points for electric vehicles
• Fantastic range of sports facilities and preferential membership packages available