Senior Switchgear Engineer – LV/MV Tendering & Specs

BAKER HARDING; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Staff canteen

Pension

Profit related bonus

Death in Service

Wellbeing and EAP

On-site parking & EV scheme

Job summary

BAKER HARDING in Leeds is seeking an experienced Switchgear Engineer to support WPS UK RMU & LV cabinet tenders, supplier pricing, and technical guidance. The role focuses on LV/MV switchgear knowledge, BS EN IEC standards, and collaboration with the engineering and sales teams.

The position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in LV/HV switchgear, with strong supplier and tendering experience. On-site role with established family business in Leeds.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• 5 years engineering/sales/tendering experience in LV & HV switchgear.
• Technical knowledge of LV ACB and MCCB switchgear cabinets.
• Familiarity with UK DNO and ICP standards.
• Understanding BS EN IEC 61439 and EN 62271 standards.

Responsibilities

• Review specifications, estimate RMU/LV cabinets and tender prices.
• Coordinate with purchasing to maintain supplier prices.
• Select components to meet customer specs (BOM).
• Approve drawings with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier quality and propose alternatives.
• Visit supplier sites for process and inspection.
• Develop new suppliers for various products.
• Provide technical support and calculations for all groups.
• Respond to technical queries and support customer visits.
• Engage suppliers for technical support when needed.
• Assist Sales engineers with tender specs.
• Support all group projects technically.
• Collaborate with third-party consultants when needed.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

LV Switchgear

MV Switchgear

Tendering

Supplier liaison

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

BAKER HARDING in Leeds is seeking an experienced Switchgear Engineer to support WPS UK RMU & LV cabinet tenders, supplier pricing, and technical guidance. The role focuses on LV/MV switchgear knowledge, BS EN IEC standards, and collaboration with the engineering and sales teams.

The position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in LV/HV switchgear, with strong supplier and tendering experience. On-site role with established family business in Leeds.