Senior Electrical Engineer

Kenton Black; Newport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and structured training

Employee Assistance Programme

Focus on sustainability and wellbeing

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join their team in Newport, Wales. This role involves ensuring high standards in design and delivery of electrical systems for a major data centre project. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and over 6 years of relevant experience, along with strong technical and communication skills. Opportunities for career development and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in engineering and construction, ideally in data centre projects.
• Strong technical ability across Electrical Engineering & Construction Services.
• Professionally registered or working towards registration.

Responsibilities

• Prepare method statements, risk assessments, and reports.
• Manage schedules, tenders, and technical documentation.
• Monitor project progress and produce look-ahead programs.
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and support quality control.
• Lead on document control and RFIs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering expertise

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Amtech

Dialux

Navisworks

BIM360

MS Office Suite

Job description

We’re hiring an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our growing team on a major data centre project in Newport, Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing engineering team delivering complex, large-scale projects. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical systems meet the highest technical and safety standards. You’ll also work closely with multi-disciplinary teams to drive quality, efficiency, and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare method statements, risk assessments, reports, and cost estimates
• Manage schedules, tenders, and technical documentation
• Monitor project progress and produce look-ahead programs
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and support quality control
• Lead on document control and RFIs

Requirements:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• 6+ years of experience in engineering and construction, ideally within data centre or large infrastructure projects
• Strong technical ability across Electrical Engineering & Construction Services
• Proficiency with Amtech, Dialux, Navisworks, BIM360, and MS Office Suite
• Professionally registered or working towards registration
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across disciplines and lead tasks independently

We offer:

• Genuine opportunities for career development and progression through structured training and mentoring
• A strong focus on health and wellbeing, with access to an Employee Assistance Programme and ongoing wellbeing initiatives
• A company-wide commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and reducing environmental impact
• An inclusive and supportive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone can thrive

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level