At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical engineering for a major HV Substation Project in the nuclear sector.
- Company: Join a leading firm in the nuclear industry with a focus on safety and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with a strong commitment to quality and safety.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while advancing your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and 15+ years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55200 £ per year.
Location: Manchester / Remote
Work Pattern: Hybrid (2–3 days in the office, typically Tuesday–Thursday; flexible working can be discussed)
Sector: Nuclear
Project: HV Substation Project / Small Power & Lighting
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support a major HV Substation Project within the nuclear sector. Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager and/or Electrical Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of the electrical engineering scope, ensuring high-quality delivery, compliance, and technical excellence across all project stages. This is a purely electrical role, requiring recent, hands-on detailed design experience and the ability to obtain security clearance.
Key Responsibilities
- Overall delivery of the electrical scope, including schedule development, MDR creation, change control, project reporting, leading meetings, and delegating work packages within the electrical team.
- Supporting project estimates, including CTR development.
- Providing technical input and producing, checking, and approving engineering documentation such as:
- Basis of Design
- Power system calculations
- Earthing & lightning protection calculations
- Equipment sizing calculations
- Load schedules
- Equipment specifications & datasheets
- SLDs, cable schedules, material take-offs, BCDs, schematics
- Equipment and cable routing layouts
- Preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV/LV switchboards, transformers, motors, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace heating, lighting, and other electrical equipment.
- Reviewing supplier quotations and preparing technical bid assessments.
- Preparing installation scopes of work.
- Ensuring compliance with national/international codes, legislation, and client/company standards.
- More specific tasks may include:
- HV power system modelling
- HV protection studies
- Liaison with the DNO and other key stakeholders
- Electrical equipment ageing and obsolescence management
- Supporting site teams with operational issues
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (relevant apprenticeships may be considered).
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or evidence of working towards).
- 15+ years’ engineering experience in the nuclear sector or similar regulated industries.
- Strong knowledge of UK legislation, standards, and design/installation practices.
- Experience with equipment installation in potentially explosive atmospheres.
- Understanding of CE marking requirements including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, and EMC compliance.
- Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management, and HSE requirements.
- Proven experience managing electrical teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
Personal Specification
- Highly motivated and proactive.
- A confident communicator, comfortable engaging with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
- Focused on safety and risk management.
- Customer-focused with a strong commitment to quality.
- Experienced in leading and developing engineering teams.
What We Offer
- Hybrid working with flexibility
- Opportunity to work on high-profile nuclear sector projects
- Professional development and support towards chartership (if applicable)
- Competitive hourly rate and ideally limited company/outside IR35
- A collaborative, safety-driven working environment
Lead Electrical Engineer (Nuclear) employer: Burnside Resource Management
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Contact Details:
Burnside Resource Management Recruitment Team
