Senior Project Engineer - SAP in Swindon

Swindon, United Kingdom | Posted on 09/12/2025

Sinewave was founded in 2015 with a clear mission from the very start - everything that we do will always be a power for good. Since then, we have gone from a living room start‑up to a leading force within the energy transformation sector. We are on a mission to help power the future more sustainably. We are part of powering the UK’s energy transition with innovative high and low voltage electrical solutions up to 132kV. From EV charging to renewables and commercial projects, we design, deliver, and maintain networks with sustainability and efficiency at heart.

Role Purpose: To oversee the works carried out by the Jointing and engineering teams and hold direct responsibility for ensuring that all electricity networks are installed in a safe and professional manner, to a high standard and in line with Sinewave Method Statements.

Responsibilities:

• Carry out audits and inspection of the workplace, tools, equipment and company vehicles
• Carry out network operations under instruction
• Carry out fault work on networks as required
• Responsible for the operational management of HV and LV installations
• Prepare switching programmes for approval by another SAP Engineer
• Assist other SAPs in carrying out network switching operations
• Lead testing and commissioning of HV/LV distribution systems
• Undertake site specific risk assessments and create RAMS
• Manage project budgets to assure efficiency and appropriate resource allocation
• Plan and co‑ordinate projects
• Assess potentially hazardous and dangerous situations and take appropriate action to ensure safety of personnel, other site operatives and the general public
• Issue and cancel safety documents
• Understand local network anomalies and ensure correct phase rotation
• Produce reports for work undertaken
• Manage direct reports covering all managerial tasks including performance reviews, authorising expenses, holidays and equipment requests and upskilling
• Manage and supervise all site personnel
• Assist in the training and development of Sinewave personnel wishing to become an LV AP or HV AP
• Ensure personnel under your control fully understand and adhere to their job requirements

Qualifications:

• Proficient in the use of Productivity and Collaboration Software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, etc., across multiple platforms such as smart phones, tablets, laptops, etc.
• Excellent communication, including ability to adapt communication styles and outstanding listening skills with ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to use own initiative as well as work collaboratively as part of a team
• Good understanding of manipulating data and creating reports
• Ability to control budgets in consideration of commercial awareness and confidence to create and present expenditure reports to the SLT
• Full UK driving licence (Maximum of 3 points)
• CSCS card or affiliated HNC qualification in a related field or equivalent experience
• Sanction for test at DNO or ICP level
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Experience in leading a team
• Excellent understanding of project management with experience in being part of a project team
• Experience in working with an IDNO or DNO up to and including 33kV
• Overseas equivalents are also accepted. Practical application will be considered in line with any qualifications obtained

Everyone belongs here at Sinewave. At Sinewave, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We review all applications impartially, ensuring decisions are based solely on merit, skills, and potential. If you require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process, please let us know – we’re here to help.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, life assurance
• Enhanced pension contributions matching 5% as standard
• 25 days + Bank Holidays; you can buy or sell holiday allowance for flexibility
• Private medical scheme that can extend to your family
• Sinewave Academy – training and development programmes
• Sinewave Worx – bespoke perks platform giving discounts and cashback at high street retailers and EV solutions

If you think this is the right role for you and you want to be a part of #TeamSinewave, we’d love to hear from you.