Senior Electrical Engineer

Talascend International; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in the UK energy sector is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to contribute to a significant power infrastructure project in North Wales. The role involves collaboration with various engineering and management teams to ensure project requirements are met. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and strong technical skills in areas such as electrical inspection and commissioning. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including a car allowance and bonus.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Generous pension contribution

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in power generation or heavy industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of plant and equipment in power generation.
• Basic PLC/control system knowledge is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Review electrical design documentation from contractors.
• Respond to technical queries and RFIs.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams for design information.

Skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Electrical inspection and testing

Electrical commissioning

Understanding of BS7671 wiring regulations

Knowledge of environmental and safety legislation

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Job description

Electrical Engineer – Major Power Infrastructure Project

Location: Gwynedd, North Wales
Salary: Very Competitive
Benefits: Car allowance, Bonus, Generous pension contribution

I am delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation in the UK energy sector, seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a Power business in North Wales.

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most significant power infrastructure programmes, supporting long-term security of energy supply.

The Opportunity

You will join an established project delivery team. This role involves close collaboration with engineering, operations, and asset management teams to ensure that project and regulatory requirements are fully met.

About the Organisation

The employer operates a power generation plant in North Wales. This plays a critical role in providing flexible, reliable storage and generation to support the UK electricity network—particularly as renewable energy sources expand.

The business is currently delivering a substantial refurbishment programme to ensure continued performance for decades to come.

About You

You will be a highly experienced electrical engineer with:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in power generation, heavy industry, or similar environments.
• Strong ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and site-based teams.
• The capability to review, assess, and manage design information from contractors.

Essential Technical Expertise

• Strong technical knowledge of plant, equipment, and systems within power generation or heavy industrial processes.
• Experience in electrical inspection and testing requirements.
• Electrical commissioning experience, including FAT & SAT testing.
• Working knowledge of BS7671 wiring regulations.
• Understanding of relevant environmental, health, and safety legislation.
• Ability to work within established business procedures and corporate IT systems.
• Proficiency with basic IT tools (Word, Excel, etc.).

Strong experience in some/all of the following:

• LV/MV switchgear and distribution systems (IEC standards).
• LV/MV motors, controls, and starting circuits.
• DC systems (batteries/UPS).
• Electrical protection systems.
• Transformers.
• Power station permitry.
• Contract management and budget/programme control.
• Managing refurbishment or upgrade projects.
• Basic PLC/control system knowledge.

Role Responsibilities

The successful applicant will support the Project by:

• Reviewing electrical design documentation from contractors.
• Providing responses to technical queries and RFIs.
• Working with BAU engineering and operations teams to collate and update design information.

Additional Requirements

Right to Work: Candidates must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

Security: National security vetting may be required due to the nature of the infrastructure.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Electrical Engineers looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.