Senior Electrical Engineer 116396

Tatton Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Certain Advantage is partnering with a major client to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer for a dockyard facility in the South West. You’ll work with the client to deliver electrical engineering expertise and define projects that meet existing system constraints.

The role offers hybrid working (2–3 days WFH), a salary of up to £57,000 plus benefits, and a virtual interview process. The position is Monday–Friday and seeks experience in regulated sectors like nuclear, maritime, infrastructure,

Qualifications

• Experience in highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, maritime, infrastructure, or oil and gas.
• Design, modification and scoping of electrical systems including LV/HV networks, lighting, and power distribution.
• Knowledge of electrical standards and safety regulations (IEC, IEEE).

Responsibilities

• Gather requirements with the client to deliver electrical engineering expertise.
• Define project scope, develop designs, and propose upgrades or new systems.
• Manage complete lifecycle from concept to delivery, commissioning and ongoing support.
• Review and sign off technical documents to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

CAD software

HV/LV electrical systems

Electrical standards

Regulatory compliance

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Senior Electrical Engineer

South West – 2/3 days WFH

up to £57.000 + benefits

Virtual interview

Mon–Fri

Certain Advantage is partnering with a key client to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer. You’ll work collaboratively with a customer to support infrastructure and asset development at a major dockyard facility.

What will you be doing?

• Work directly with the client to gather requirements and deliver electrical engineering expertise.
• Define project scope, develop designs, and recommend upgrades or new systems, considering both client needs and existing system constraints.
• Participate in the complete project lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to delivery, commissioning, and ongoing support.
• Review and sign off technical documents before submission, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and engineering standards.

A couple of things you should know:

• Demonstrated experience within highly regulated sectors such as nuclear, maritime, infrastructure, or oil and gas.
• Strong background in the design, modification, and scoping of electrical systems, including LV/HV networks, lighting, and power distribution.
• In-depth understanding of applicable electrical standards and safety regulations (e.g., IEC, IEEE).

During an interview, you may be asked about:

• Your experience with CAD software and tools such as ETAP, AutoCAD Electrical, or similar.
• Your knowledge of High Voltage (HV) Systems used in large-scale or industrial facilities