Chief Electrical Engineer in Manchester

Overview

Chief Electrical Engineer – National Grid Transmission Projects

Location : Remote (with occasional travel to Manchester)

Sector : Energy / Transmission

Contract : Can be outside of scope of IR35

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Chief Electrical Engineer to support major National Grid Transmission projects. Reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager, this role provides high-level technical leadership across bid development, project assurance, and design governance. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk-aware project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Bid Support, including:
  • Identification and assessment of project risks
  • Input into project programmes
  • Enquiry and bid evaluations
  • General technical advisory support
• Technical Assurance of DCAAR packs for project designs
• Support the wider engineering and project teams in achieving high-quality, safe, and compliant design outcomes
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across engineering, project management, and client teams

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a recognised professional body

Technical Experience

• Extensive, in-depth knowledge of National Grid design practices, installation requirements, and governance
• Proven experience acting as CDAE on National Grid Transmission projects
• Engineering experience within transmission, utilities, or similar heavy engineering sectors
• Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards, and technical regulations
• Awareness of risk identification, management and quantification, as well as broader HSE requirements

Personal Specification

• Highly motivated, proactive, and able to work independently
• Effective communicator with confidence engaging colleagues, client teams, and stakeholders
• Consistently prioritises safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Strong customer focus and commitment to delivering high-quality engineering outcomes

If you’re an accomplished engineering professional ready to shape the delivery of critical UK transmission infrastructure, we’d love to hear from you.