Senior M&E Construction Engineer

Power the future of energy – lead the delivery of critical infrastructure projects!

Senior M&E Construction Engineer 
Location: Glasgow
Reporting to: Head of Field Operations 

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer to join our UK team. This role plays a critical part in coordinating engineering deliverables across complex infrastructure projects, ensuring timely submission, resolving technical challenges, and maintaining project momentum.

As a Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer, you will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, supporting technical reviews and providing expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor engineering deliverables in line with project schedules

• Support technical reviews and resolve design-related queries

• Liaise with internal teams (engineering, design, procurement, construction) and external stakeholders

• Attend and contribute to daily technical and project meetings

• Represent the engineering function in client and designer discussions

• Provide backup for critical engineering tasks to avoid delays

• Review and verify engineering documentation for compliance and quality

• Support project delivery including risk management and stakeholder engagement

• Apply knowledge of primary equipment (CB, DS, ES, CT/VT, SA, Transformers, Reactors, Capacitors, Line Traps)

• Support integration of secondary systems (Protection & Control, batteries, DG, etc.)

Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer within infrastructure or power projects

• Strong track record of coordinating engineering deliverables

• Solid understanding of primary and secondary electrical equipment

• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve technical issues efficiently

• Proficiency in engineering tools (e.g. MS Project) and digital workflows

• Excellent communication and documentation skills

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

• Valid CSCS card (or equivalent)

• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Generous salary and opportunity to grow as a Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer

• Exposure to the energy and power sectors

• Access to global expertise and technical excellence

• Involvement in innovative substation engineering projects

• A collaborative and safety-focused working environment

• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

• Development of both technical and project management skills

• The chance to contribute to the transition toward sustainable energy as a Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer

Apply Now

If you’re ready to step into a Senior Mechanical and Electrical Engineer Construction Engineer role with a generous salary and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Senior M&E Construction Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, 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.