Senior Electrical Power Systems Design Engineer

Advance TRS; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Consulting Engineer to join their UK Power team. This role involves leading electrical engineering projects, producing technical specifications, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and a strong understanding of the UK electricity system. The position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options, along with a range of benefits including generous annual leave and support for professional registration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Medical insurance

Income protection

Enhanced parental leave

Career pathways support

International opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK electricity system and its regulatory environment.
• Experience in the design, operation, construction or maintenance of transmission and distribution networks.
• Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting electrical engineering projects across transmission and distribution networks.
• Producing and reviewing FEED studies and technical specifications.
• Acting as Owner's Engineer, delivering technical advisory services.

Skills

Strong understanding of the UK electricity system

Experience in design of transmission networks

Knowledge of GIS / AIS switchgear

Project delivery experience

Site experience (FAT/SAT)

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc minimum)

MEng / MSc desirable

Job description

My client is a global, multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering innovative engineering, environmental and design solutions for major energy and infrastructure projects worldwide. With over 10,000 professionals across 200+ offices, they help communities transition towards a sustainable, secure and reliable energy future.

They are now looking for a Senior Electrical Consulting Engineer to join their growing UK Power team and play a key role in delivering technically challenging projects across the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Australia.

This role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer ready to step up, combining technical depth with exposure to consulting, client engagement and project leadership.

The Role

• Leading and supporting electrical engineering projects across transmission and distribution networks
• Producing and reviewing FEED studies, concept designs and technical specifications
• Acting as Owner's Engineer, delivering technical advisory and due-diligence services
• Designing cable systems, substations (grid and distribution) and specifying key electrical equipment
• Supporting tendering, bids and proposals with technical input
• Assisting with FAT, SAT and commissioning activities
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers as the team continues to grow

About You

• A degree in Electrical Engineering (BEng / BSc minimum; MEng / MSc desirable)
• Strong understanding of the UK electricity system and its regulatory environment
• Experience in the design, operation, construction or maintenance of transmission and distribution networks
• Knowledge of key equipment including GIS / AIS switchgear, transformers, reactive compensation, harmonic filters and power cables
• Experience with protection & control (desirable)
• Project delivery experience, either leading or coordinating tasks
• Site experience (FAT / SAT / commissioning) - advantageous
• Working towards, or already holding, Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary matched to experience
• Hybrid working options
• 25 days annual leave, plus the ability to buy up to 4 additional weeks
• Pension scheme, medical insurance and income protection
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly benefits

Cycle to work scheme, gym discounts and retail savings

Clear career pathways, whether you see your future in technical leadership, client delivery or project management

Full support towards professional registration and chartership

International opportunities across a global network of energy specialists

This role could be based in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Guildford, Manchester or London

If you're ready to help shape the future of sustainable energy and take the next step in your consulting engineering career, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status