Senior Electrical Engineer - Substations

Climate17; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical consultancy, Climate17, is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer for a role focused on renewable energy projects in Stockport. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electrical design, project management, and compliance with safety standards while supporting the transition to net zero. The position offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and career development opportunities within a purpose-driven environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to 20% of salary

Support for vocational qualifications

Electric vehicle leasing scheme

Private medical and life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Team and company social events

Milestone scheme for long-term contributions

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HV, MV, and LV systems.
• Experience managing projects in industrial or renewable sectors.
• Hands-on experience with site testing and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design and commissioning of renewable power projects.
• Managing client-facing projects ensuring successful delivery.
• Conducting feasibility studies and design reviews.

Skills

Electrical design

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication

Site Safety Awareness

Education

Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard electrical software

Job description

Role: Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewables
Location: Stockport
Salary: £65-85,000 DOE, Hybrid Working

Role Overview

A leading technical consultancy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join its team in Stockport. This consultancy has built a strong reputation over the past 30 years, supporting innovative energy infrastructure projects across the UK and Ireland. The role will involve working on energy projects contributing to the transition to net zero, providing technical expertise to developers, investors, and asset owners.

Key Responsibilities

• Electrical design and commissioning of industrial, utility, and renewable power projects.
• Managing client-facing projects, ensuring technical excellence and successful delivery.
• Working with HV (up to 400kV), MV, and LV systems, including embedded generation, protection circuits, grid connections, switchgear, and substations.
• Coordinating with UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).
• Conducting feasibility studies and design reviews.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and welfare standards within engineering.
• Witnessing site and factory acceptance testing.
• Assessing manufactured or fabricated items for faults.
• Providing site-based construction monitoring.
• Collaborating as part of a wider electrical engineering team.
• Willingness to travel across Scotland, England, and occasionally within the EU.

About You

• Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of HV (up to 400kV), MV, and LV systems, including grid connections, substations, switchgear, and protection circuits.
• Project & Client Management – Experience in electrical design, commissioning, and managing projects in industrial, utility, or renewable energy sectors.
• Analytical & Software Skills – Proficiency in industry-standard electrical software and the ability to conduct feasibility studies, design reviews, and fault assessments.
• Site & Safety Awareness – Hands-on experience with site and factory acceptance testing, construction monitoring, and a strong understanding of health and safety in engineering.
• Collaboration & Flexibility – A proactive team player willing to travel within the UK and occasionally the EU, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Desirable Skills

• A degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering.
• Post-qualification experience in industrial electrical infrastructure.
• Proficiency in industry-standard electrical software.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with a bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary.
• Support for vocational qualifications, career development, and chartership.
• Electric vehicle leasing scheme.
• Private medical and life assurance.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Team and company social events.
• Milestone scheme celebrating long-term contributions.

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-driven, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We support organisations committed to environmental sustainability and the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.