Details:
- Salary: £650 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Edinburgh
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy Projects
Remote (UK & Ireland travel required) - Site visits and occasional Edinburgh office visits as required
Up to £650 per day DOE
Inside IR35
Contract until end of year with strong likelihood of extension
Play a Key Role in Delivering Renewable Energy Projects
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects across the UK & Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to work across solar, wind, BESS, substations, and HV infrastructure projects, supporting delivery from early-stage development through construction and handover.
The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure high-quality engineering delivery across multiple renewable energy developments.
Key Responsibilities
Support electrical engineering and design activities across the full project lifecycle from development through to construction and handover
Contribute to the design and review of HV/LV electrical systems, substations, and grid connection infrastructure
Produce and review technical deliverables including single line diagrams, schematics, layouts, cable schedules, and technical specifications
Support FEED, detailed design, procurement, and construction activities across multiple projects
Coordinate with internal engineering teams, consultants, OEMs, EPC contractors, and grid stakeholders
Participate in technical reviews, design workshops, and project meetings
Support FAT/SAT activities, commissioning, energisation, and site inspections where required
Identify and manage technical risks and support issue resolution during project delivery
Ensure engineering activities comply with industry standards, grid requirements, and health & safety regulations
Contribute to employer's requirements, tender documentation, and engineering standards
Project Scope
-Technologies: Solar PV, Wind, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Substations, Grid Infrastructure
-Project Sizes: 3MW to 300MW utility-scale projects
-Voltage Levels: 33kV to 400kV
Candidate Requirements
Strong electrical engineering experience within renewable energy, utilities, power generation, or infrastructure projects
Experience supporting projects across the full lifecycle from development through construction and handover
Strong understanding of HV/LV systems, substations, and grid connection requirements
Experience reviewing and producing technical electrical documentation and designs
Experience working with consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
Familiarity with industry standards and regulations including IEC standards and Grid Code requirements
Ability to manage multiple priorities across fast-paced project environments
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable Experience
Experience within utility-scale renewable energy projects
BESS project experience
Substation or transmission infrastructure experience
FAT/SAT and commissioning exposure
Knowledge of protection and control systems
Qualifications
Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Chartered status desirable but not essential
Additional Requirements
Full UK driving licence essential
Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland for project and site activities
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to support major renewable energy and infrastructure projects within a growing sector. You will gain exposure to large-scale HV projects, multidisciplinary engineering teams, and technically complex renewable developments across the UK & Ireland.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants