Project Engineer in Exeter

Project Engineer in Exeter

Exeter Full-Time No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting HV substation projects from design to delivery with a dynamic team.
  • Company: Join a well-established M&E contractor making waves in energy infrastructure across Europe.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, career development, and long-term project security.
  • Other info: Flexible hybrid work environment with mentoring opportunities and a vibrant team culture.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on cutting-edge engineering projects while growing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Electrical Engineering degree and 2+ years in project management or design.

Job Description

Project Engineer
Role: Electrical Project Engineer (Design and Delivery of HV Substation projects)
Position Type: Permanent / Hybrid
Location: Aberdeenshire
Salary: up to £65,000 with an outstanding range of benefits and a work vehicle
Turner Lovell are recruiting for an experienced Electrical Project Engineer who will work with a vibrant, agile, and multi-functional team in delivering HV substation projects.
Our client is an established M&E contractor, operating across Europe on various HV energy infrastructure & data-centre projects, in both the design and construction phases.
Role overview:
As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will provide lead technical support on projects from initial inquiry through to completion. You'll work primarily on M&E installations while being part of the transmission and distribution (T&D) engineering team, with opportunities to work on electrical installations up to 400kV.
Key Responsibilities

  • Modify and prepare design drawings for High & Low voltage equipment
  • Coordinate with design teams and contractors on technical matters
  • Create installation drawings and O&M manuals
  • Manage procurement and document control
  • Prepare method statements and risk assessments
  • Oversee sub-contractor work and quality control
  • Develop project schedules and manage material requirements
  • Conduct technical calculations (lighting design, cable sizing)
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
  • Commission installed systems
  • Prepare technical documentation and manage contract variations


Required Qualifications

  • Electrical Engineering degree
  • Minimum 2 years of engineering design/project management experience
  • Strong understanding of HV and MV network requirements, with particular emphasis on resilience and studies requirements
  • Experience with energy management systems
  • Proven project delivery track record
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Strong communication and leadership abilities
  • Analytical problem-solving skills
  • Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package with room for negotiation
  • Career development programs
  • Long-term project security (5+ years portfolio)
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering projects
  • Professional development and mentoring opportunities

The ideal candidate will be adaptable, detail-oriented, and capable of representing the company at senior-level meetings while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
To apply for this role or to receive more information please contact Yana Arif at Turner Lovell


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Contact Details:

Turner & Lovell Limited Recruitment Team