Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant

RINA is currently recruiting for a Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant to join its office in Pontyclun, Wales.

Why RINA? RINA is a global engineering and consulting company providing technical advisory, assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services across energy and infrastructure markets. With more than 150 years of engineering heritage and a global network of professionals operating in over 70 countries, RINA delivers innovative, safe, and sustainable solutions across the full project lifecycle.

Our UK operations trace their origins to 1920 through the British Electrical and Allied Industries Research Association and continue to support complex electrical and infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.

The Role: As a Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant at RINA Tech UK Limited, you will play a pivotal role in supporting engineering teams by designing and analysing energy systems that adhere to the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance. Your work will be integral to ensuring projects are delivered within defined parameters of quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Accountabilities:

• Assisting senior engineers with the development of detailed engineering plans, including calculations, blueprints, and structural diagrams.
• Providing critical oversight and hands‐on support for various elements of engineering projects, including conducting onsite visits to gather precise measurements and assess field conditions.
• Facilitating the smooth progress of engineering activities by coordinating the submission of permits, collating necessary documentation for regulatory compliance, and ensuring clear communication between engineering and construction teams.
• Helping develop and maintain project schedules, monitor deliverable timelines, and prepare technical reports and project documentation that comprehensively reflect project status.
• Preparing progress updates and delivering presentations to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Adhering to and promoting the company's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring all project deliverables meet established standards of quality and compliance.
• Acting as a key point of contact by responding to contractor queries on behalf of supervising engineers, fostering collaborative relationships and ensuring project objectives are met effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrating a foundational understanding of core engineering principles of Earthing & Lightning protection.
• Strong analytical and problem‐solving skills, with the ability to apply scientific methodologies and critical thinking in real‐world project scenarios.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to project schedules while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
• Proactive and resourceful mindset with a commitment to personal and professional growth, aligned with industry best practices and organisational values.
• Willingness to undertake travel commitments as required (25%–50%) to support onsite activities and client engagements.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory compliance frameworks related to engineering projects is advantageous.

Eligibility:

• Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and willing to commute or relocate to Pontyclun, Wales.

Benefits:

• 25 days leave (plus bank holidays)
• Option to buy more holiday
• Up to 12 days smart working per month (post probation period)
• Support of Military Reservists – 10 additional paid days
• Healthcare cover (Family can be added at an additional cost)
• Matched 6% pension
• Life Assurance
• Professional development to become chartered
• Pay for professional membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee perks – retail discounts
• Generous recruitment referral bonus
• 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
• Season ticket loan