Senior Electrical Engineer in Coventry

Lead critical engineering projects that shape the future of our network. As our Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll provide technical leadership across the specification, design, delivery and commissioning of complex engineering systems, including compressor systems, flow control valve systems, pressure control installations and associated electrical, instrumentation and control infrastructure. Drawing on your expertise, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with business, regulatory and industry requirements.

This isn't just about engineering design - it's about leading multidisciplinary teams, managing technical risk, influencing key stakeholders and ensuring engineering excellence throughout the project lifecycle. You'll act as the central technical authority, bringing together project teams, contractors, consultants and equipment vendors to deliver integrated, reliable and future‑ready solutions.

You'll play a key role in supporting the E&I team to achieve business objectives, performance targets and statutory compliance requirements, helping to enhance the condition, performance and integrity of critical assets. You'll provide technical expertise and guidance to operational teams, supporting the resolution of complex E&I challenges and ensuring maintenance, modification and capital works are delivered in accordance with safety, technical, commercial and legislative requirements.

Working closely with operational and engineering colleagues, you'll undertake E&I design reviews, support competency assessments of technicians and contractors, contribute to the development and review of technical training materials, and help maintain and improve engineering procedures, standards and best practice across the business. You'll also support research and technology development initiatives, driving innovation and the adoption of new technologies that improve asset performance, operational efficiency and long‑term business outcomes.

Through technical leadership, mentoring and collaboration, you'll help develop engineering capability while ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability and compliance are maintained across our network.

Why you'll love this role

• Strategic Influence - Shape technical strategies for compression, flow control and pressure control systems while influencing key engineering decisions across the business.
• Operational Excellence - Act as a trusted technical expert, supporting operational teams to resolve complex E&I challenges, improve asset performance and ensure safe, reliable network operations.
• Safety & Compliance Excellence - Champion engineering standards, process safety and regulatory compliance through HAZOPs, HAZIDs, Management of Change and technical assurance activities.
• Technical Authority & Governance - Provide expert oversight of E&I standards, procedures, competency assessments and design reviews, ensuring engineering activities consistently meet statutory, technical and business requirements.
• Innovation & Asset Improvement - Support research, technology development and the adoption of digital engineering tools that enhance asset performance, reliability and long‑term value for the business.
• Developing People & Capability - Play a key role in building engineering excellence by mentoring colleagues, supporting competency development and contributing to the creation of high‑quality technical training and guidance.

What you'll bring

• You're an experienced engineer with a strong track record of delivering complex projects, managing technical risk and working across multidisciplinary teams.
• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng), or able to demonstrate equivalent competence.
• Membership of a relevant professional body, such as the IET.
• Proven experience delivering complex engineering projects in operational or infrastructure environments.
• Experience managing equipment packages from specification through to commissioning and handover.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and codes, including BS, API, ASME, ISO and IEC.
• Strong understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and DSEAR 2002.
• CompEx certified or equivalent experience working on electrical equipment in hazardous areas.
• Working knowledge of gas industry engineering and safety standards.
• Experience working with vendors and OEMs, including technical reviews and bid evaluations.
• Strong understanding of process safety, engineering governance and Management of Change (MOC).
• Ability to identify and mitigate technical risks while maintaining engineering integrity.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Experience supporting commissioning, operational readiness and asset handover.
• Ability to mentor others and drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Full UK driving licence.

This is an exceptional opportunity to play a leading role in delivering safe, reliable and innovative engineering solutions that support our network now and into the future. At Cadent, we're thrilled to be part of the future of UK energy! We have a clear roadmap to drive our performance to the forefront of our industry and support the UK government in achieving its net zero targets by 2050. We're making a difference through innovation and new ways of working. Together, we're shaping a cleaner, greener future for our 11 million customers, whom we put at the heart of everything we do.

What's In It for You

• Annual bonus.
• Pension Scheme double matched up to a total of 18% of salary.
• 25 days holiday, plus statutory days, and an option to buy more.
• An extra day off each year to celebrate life's special moments.
• Career development with funded learning options.
• Flexible working and strong ED&I commitments.
• Generous family policies and flexible benefits.
• Retail discounts, gym access, and more.

We support a healthy work‑life balance and are open to flexible working options.

Diversity and Inclusion

We value diversity and are committed to being an equitable employer. Our employee communities - Women in Cadent, Pride at Work (LGBTQ+), Embrace (ethnicity and religion), Thrive! (disability), the Cadent Military Community, the Grief Awareness Community, and the Men's Engagement Network (M.E.N) - can't wait to welcome you!

What's next?

Be part of something big. Help shape the future of gas for generations to come.