Senior Electrical Engineer - HV/LV & BESS Grid Projects

JN Bentley Limited; Hinksford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JN Bentley Limited is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to drive the detailed design and delivery of HV/LV electrical schemes within our BESS projects. You will work closely with site management, design teams and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and timely delivery across multiple projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, protective systems and commissioning, with hands-on experience across planning, testing and handover.

Qualifications

• CSCS, ECS or JIB certification and UK site safety qualifications.
• HNC or degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience issuing and receiving Electrical Permits.
• Excellent organisation and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.
• Previous experience as an Electrical Engineer or HV Commissioning Engineer.
• Proven experience delivering HV and LV electrical installation projects.
• Strong knowledge of electrical installation, protection systems, testing and commissioning.
• Experience working within UK construction, infrastructure, industrial or commercial electrical environments.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics and specifications.
• Good understanding of UK electrical regulations, including BS 7671.
• Demonstrable experience in MV/HV protection systems (11kV–275kV and/or 400kV).
• Understanding of MV/HV substation standards and TO/DNO specs.
• Experience with AIS and GIS systems.
• Experience of Primary and Secondary Injection tests.
• Competent Person status.
• SMSTS/SSSTS

Responsibilities

• Plan, programme and coordinate electrical aspects of project site work with design and operations teams.
• Work with mechanical, civil, and process engineers to ensure electrical safety and integration into broader designs.
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure installations meet safety and quality standards; implement testing and review risk and method statements.
• Create commissioning plans, inspection and test plans, acceptance documents and completion documentation.
• Coordinate SIMOPS meetings and contribute to daily briefings.
• Prepare RAMS and compile test records and completion folders.
• Manage site supervision of LV, MV, HV installations and reporting.
• Assist with FAT, SAT and witness testing where required.
• Prepare work packs for electrical subcontractors and coordinate commissioning activities.
• Support temporary works (generators, temporary supplies, etc.).

Skills

Excellent organisation

Problem solving

Communication

Willingness to travel

Education

HNC / Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

JN Bentley Limited is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to drive the detailed design and delivery of HV/LV electrical schemes within our BESS projects. You will work closely with site management, design teams and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality and timely delivery across multiple projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of UK electrical regulations, protective systems and commissioning, with hands-on experience across planning, testing and handover.