Lead Electrical Engineer in Manchester

Take the lead on complex nuclear electrical engineering projects and shape high-impact infrastructure delivery.

Contract position in Manchester, Greater Manchester, GB.

Role Purpose

• Take full ownership of the electrical engineering discipline across project delivery.
• Ensure all electrical engineering deliverables meet regulatory, safety, and technical standards.
• Lead and manage an electrical engineering team to deliver work on time and within budget.
• Provide technical authority and assurance across all electrical design activities.

Job Role Responsibilities

• Full ownership of electrical scope delivery, including:
  • Schedule development
  • MDR (Master Deliverables Register) creation
  • Change control management
  • Project reporting
  • Leading technical meetings
  • Allocation and delegation of work to the electrical team
• Support project estimates, including preparation of CTRs (Cost Time Resource estimates).
• Provide electrical discipline technical input, including preparation, checking, and approval of:
  • Basis of Design documentation
  • Power system calculations
  • Earthing and lightning protection studies
  • Equipment sizing calculations
  • Load schedules
  • Equipment specifications and datasheets
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Cable schedules
  • Material take-offs
  • Block cable diagrams (BCDs)
  • Schematics
  • Equipment layouts and cable routing drawings
• Prepare requisitions for electrical equipment, including:
  • HV and LV switchboards
  • Transformers
  • Motors
  • UPS systems
  • Power factor correction equipment
  • Trace heating and lighting systems
• Review supplier quotations and produce technical bid evaluations.
• Define installation scopes of work and ensure compliance with:
  • National and international codes and standards
  • Relevant legislation
  • Company engineering procedures
• Undertake specialist activities, including:
  • HV power system modelling
  • HV protection studies
  • Liaising with DNOs and external stakeholders
  • Electrical equipment ageing and obsolescence management
  • Supporting site teams with operational issues

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering). Apprenticeships may also be considered.
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards professional accreditation.
• Strong understanding of electrical design practices and installation requirements.
• 15+ years’ engineering experience within nuclear or similar sectors.
• In‑depth knowledge of UK legislation, regulations, and engineering standards.
• Experience working in hazardous or potentially explosive environments.
• Knowledge of CE marking requirements, including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, EMC Compliance.
• Strong understanding of risk identification, quantification, and mitigation.
• Strong understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements.
• Highly motivated with strong communication skills.
• Experience managing and leading electrical engineering teams.
• Proven ability to deliver projects to schedule and budget.
• Strong safety and risk management mindset.

Note

Recent electrical engineering experience within the nuclear sector is essential.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (2–3 days in office, typically Tuesday–Thursday).
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Competitive contract opportunity.

Equal Opportunities

We strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.