At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical projects and deliver innovative designs for nuclear infrastructure.
- Company: Join a major engineering team in Manchester with a focus on nuclear sector.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values equality and supports all applicants.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in critical infrastructure while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in engineering, with expertise in HV/LV distribution and nuclear design.
The predicted salary is between 29880 - 36520 £ per year.
Location: Manchester (Hybrid: Tue-Thu in office)
Contract Duration: 12 Months+ / Permanent Options Available
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in Nuclear sector detailed design and HV Substation projects to join a major engineering team in Manchester. This is a purely electrical leadership position responsible for delivering complete electrical scopes, managing project teams, and handling technical design for critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical project delivery, including schedule/MDR creation, CTR estimates, change control, and delegating work packages.
- Direct hands‑on electrical design: SLDs, power system calculations, earthing and lightning protection, load schedules, cable routing, schematics, and equipment specifications.
- Specify and procure major electrical assets: HV/LV switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, motors, and lighting.
- Conduct HV power system modelling, protection studies, and liaise directly with DNOs and project stakeholders.
- Oversee compliance with UK nuclear codes, ATEX/DSEAR guidelines, and CE marking directives.
Requirements
- Sector Experience: 15+ years of engineering experience with recent, hands‑on detailed design experience in the UK Nuclear sector.
- Technical Focus: Deep expertise in HV/LV distribution, HV power system modelling, and substation design.
- Security Clearance: Must hold active UK SC Clearance or be fully eligible to achieve it.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent completed apprenticeship) with CEng/IEng status preferred.
- Work Pattern: Hybrid model (2-3 days per week in the Manchester office, typically Tuesday-Thursday).
Equal Opportunity
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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