Senior Electrical Engineer

Shape the future of critical electrical infrastructure projects and play a key role in delivering large-scale network connection solutions across multiple sites.

Our Client has a requirement for a Senior Electrical Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Manchester.

Role Purpose:

• Provide technical electrical engineering expertise across multiple infrastructure projects.
• Support the development, review and delivery of electrical connection solutions.
• Liaise with key stakeholders to ensure effective project progression and successful outcomes.
• Deliver high-quality engineering documentation and design support.
• Assist with the assessment, prioritisation and delivery of multiple site connection requirements.

Job Role Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical discipline technical input to distribution network connection projects across multiple sites.
• Review load demand information, including charger numbers, charger types and kVA requirements, and translate this into electrical connection requirements.
• Develop and check electrical requirements for network connections, typically involving 11/0.4kV transformer-coupled RMUs and LV feeder pillars.
• Prepare and review electrical engineering documentation including load schedules, single line diagrams, equipment specifications, datasheets, cable schedules and associated design information.
• Liaise with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and project stakeholders to support new electrical connections and capacity upgrades.
• Review connection requirements and offers, identifying technical constraints, key actions and information required to progress applications.
• Support and advise on DNO connection applications and capacity upgrade requirements.
• Provide technical input relating to electrical distribution networks, transformer arrangements, RMUs and LV feeder pillars.
• Carry out electrical load assessments and develop associated connection requirements.
• Support the assessment and prioritisation of multiple sites and connection options.

Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

• Relevant electrical engineering qualification (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent). Apprenticeship routes may also be considered.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status with a relevant professional body, or evidence of working towards professional registration.
• Good knowledge of electrical design and installation practices relevant to DNO connections and electrical infrastructure.
• Experience preparing or supporting DNO connection applications and electrical connection studies.
• Experience with LV and HV electrical distribution systems, including 11/0.4kV transformer arrangements, RMUs and LV feeder pillars.
• Experience undertaking electrical load assessments and translating load requirements into connection and equipment requirements.
• Experience managing multiple sites or projects simultaneously and prioritising activities effectively.
• Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards and electrical safety requirements.
• Experience working with DNOs, clients, consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management and HSE requirements.

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 Senior Electrical Engineers 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.