Senior Electrical Project Engineer

POWERSYSTEMS UK LTD; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company in Glasgow seeks a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to manage high-voltage projects between £1M and £30M. You will lead project teams, enforce health and safety compliance, and mentor engineers. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in electrical engineering with strong project management skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £70,000 to £85,000, with extensive benefits including a car allowance, health insurance, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Private health insurance + cashback plan

Pension & life assurance

Ongoing training & funded professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HV / Electrical Engineering Companies.
• Experience managing project budgets and supply chains.
• Full UK driving licence & Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-voltage renewable energy projects (£1m-£30m) end-to-end.
• Lead teams, engage clients, and ensure technical excellence.
• Oversee H&S compliance, budgets, procurement & delivery.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Project management

Commercial skills

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or HND

Job description

Now Hiring : Senior Electrical Project Engineer - Renewable Energy

Glasgow, Bellshill | Salary £70,000-£85,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Type : Full-Time | Permanent | Hybrid

Lead the Future of Renewable Energy Projects

At Powersystems, we don't just build high-voltage infrastructure - we power the UK's transition to clean energy. Join our employee-owned business and be a driving force in delivering utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK.

What's in It for You?

• £70,000 - £85,000 salary + bonus + profit share
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Private health insurance + cashback plan
• Pension & life assurance
• Ongoing training & funded professional development
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental health & wellbeing support
• Cycle-to-work scheme & more

What You'll Do

• Manage high-voltage renewable energy projects (£1m-£30m) end-to-end
• Lead teams, engage clients, and ensure technical excellence
• Oversee H&S compliance, budgets, procurement & delivery
• Mentor project engineers and collaborate with design teams
• Interface with key stakeholders DNOs, TSO, suppliers, and client contractors

What We're Looking For - Project Management / Engineering

• 5+ years in HV / Electrical Engineering Companies
• Strong leadership, communication & commercial skills
• Experience managing project budgets and supply chains
• Electrical Engineering degree or HND (HV Systems preferred)
• Full UK driving licence & Right to Work in the UK
• Chartered or working toward IEng / CEng (IET)

Why Join Powersystems?

We're an employee-owned, inclusive, and forward-thinking engineering business. We invest in our people, support their wellbeing, and encourage innovation. Your ideas will shape the energy future - and your career will grow with us.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply Now to join a trusted name in renewable energy engineering excellence