Senior Electrical Installation Engineer – Critical Power

Vital Healthcare; Milngavie; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

DTGen is recruiting an Electrical Installation Engineer to lead the safe, efficient installation, testing and modification of generator systems and LV electrical infrastructure across diverse sectors in the UK.

You will supervise teams, interpret technical drawings, and ensure projects meet budget, schedule and safety standards, delivering high-quality electrical solutions on critical power projects.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation.
• City & Guilds 2391 (or equivalent) Inspection & Testing.
• BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• ECS Gold Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work certification.

Responsibilities

• Leading the installation of generator systems, from small standby units through to multi-megawatt installations.
• Installing LV distribution equipment, switchgear, transformers, ATS panels, AMF systems, synchronisation systems and generator control panels.
• Installing containment systems including tray, basket, ladder rack, trunking and conduit.
• Installing and terminating power and control cabling.
• Carrying out modifications to existing electrical infrastructure and conducting pre-installation site inspections.
• Interpreting electrical drawings, schematics and technical specifications to ensure accurate project delivery.
• Supporting the installation, integration and commissioning of diesel and gas generator systems.
• Assisting with ATS and generator changeover installations, synchronisation and load testing activities.
• Performing electrical testing and inspection in accordance with BS7671 and completing all associated certification.
• Planning installation activities, coordinating labour and materials, and supporting project delivery against programme and budget requirements.
• Supervising engineers, subcontractors and apprentices, providing technical guidance, training and mentoring.
• Liaising directly with customers, consultants, principal contractors and site management teams to deliver outstanding service and technical solutions.
• Producing and reviewing RAMS, promoting safe systems of work and ensuring compliance with all health, safety and quality requirements.

Skills

Fault finding

Leadership

Customer liaison

Project delivery

Health & safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation

City & Guilds 2391 (or equivalent) Inspection & Testing

BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations

ECS Gold Card

Full UK Driving Licence

SMSTS or SSSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

DTGen is recruiting an Electrical Installation Engineer to lead the safe, efficient installation, testing and modification of generator systems and LV electrical infrastructure across diverse sectors in the UK.

You will supervise teams, interpret technical drawings, and ensure projects meet budget, schedule and safety standards, delivering high-quality electrical solutions on critical power projects.