Electrical Project Engineer in Potters Bar

THE COMPANY

Established in 1998, JSM Group designs and installs the power networks, digital infrastructure and specialist systems that critical industries run on, from high-power grid connections and data centres to renewable energy.

Our turnkey teams deliver complex infrastructure at speed, on time, and with reduced legislative, technical and commercial risk.

Role Purpose

The Electrical Project Engineer will play a key role on-site in supporting the delivery of complex Data Centre, Renewable and network infrastructure projects.

The role involves close coordination with design, commissioning, and construction teams.

The successful candidate will oversee the quality and safety of installations, support commissioning efforts, and manage technical interfaces with internal colleagues and subcontractors.

This is a site-based role requiring frequent travel with occasional attendance to JSM offices, ideal for an ambitious engineer looking to accelerate their career in the energy infrastructure market.

Significant experience in the successful delivery of large-scale engineering or infrastructure projects from 11k V to 132k V is essential.

The Electrical Project Engineer sits within the Engineering team who form part of the wider Operations department, reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise day to day site activities (electrical) across multiple new connections or infrastructure projects, from design development through to construction and final handover.

Duties will involve safely managing works within an operational open bus-bar substation for the DNO or TSO.

• Oversee direct resource and subcontractor performance, ensuring all works are delivered safely and in accordance with the appropriate engineering standards and approved designs.
• Provide technical support across all electrically biased construction activities (up to 132k V), acting as a point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Define construction strategy (electrical) for 11k V to 132k V projects, from design through to final commissioning, ensuring alignment with JSM engineering policies & procedures and approved designs.
• Manage material and plant order requests, ensuring all plant and equipment being procured aligns with the approved design.
• Ensure all site documentation, test sheets, as built records are completed on time and correctly.

Manage the uploading of project documents onto Procure, the document management system.

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues discovered during the construction phase and prepare technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Interface with project management, design teams, and construction teams to ensure an integrated delivery.
• Ensure construction plans and methodologies align with project requirements and integrate commissioning activities into the overall project programme.
• Facilitate FAT & SAT attendance and ensure commissioning inputs are incorporated into project deliverables.
• Provide technical input into bids and tenders, ensuring construction methodologies and programmes support a competitive and commercially sound tender submission.
• Build trusted relationships with our clients, resolve escalations and drive positive customer satisfaction.
• Represent JSM at client meetings and industry working groups.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Vast experience working in live substations for a DNO or TSO, in the UK, from 11k V to 132k V.
• A valid substation entry competency (11k V to 132k V) for a DNO or TSO, in the UK.
• Deep technical knowledge of HV plant and switchgear, substation design, cable systems, and protection & control.
• Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards across a vast portfolio of projects.
• A strong understanding of the UK Distribution Safety Rules.
• Strong understanding of the DNO G81 technical standards, along with the requirements of the NERS scheme and other statutory bodies.
• Experience supporting tendering, estimation, and work-winning activities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and identify root causes.
• A minimum of BTEC ONC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• A valid emergency first aid at work competency and CSCS/EUSR site card.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and present confidently.
• Demonstrable track record of self-motivation and inspiring change in an evolving industry with increased utilisation of technology.
• Flexible and pragmatic approach, able to work independently while also being a team player.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to frequently travel between sites across the UK.

Desirable

• Experience as an Authorised Person at 33k V to 132k V, for a DNO or TSO.
• Experience in the successful delivery of new connection or infrastructure projects connected to the UK transmission network (275k V & 400k V)
• Valid substation entry and receiving safety documentation competency with UK Power Networks.

To be the most trusted utility infrastructure provider, delivering sustainable, efficient networks — and an employer of choice.

OUR VALUES

• Integrity
• Respect
• Continuous Improvement
• Responsibility
• Diversity & Inclusiveness
• Unity
• Equal Opportunity Statement

JSM Group Services Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

We do not discriminate on any protected ground, and we value the differences people bring.

We operate a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination, abuse or harassment.

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