Lead Electrical Engineer

Description:

The Opportunity

Our client, a leading engineering organisation within the nuclear sector, is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join their team on a major uranium enrichment FEED project. This is a senior-level position offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the electrical scope on a complex and high-profile programme.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager and/or Electrical Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading all electrical engineering activities. This is a purely electrical role, requiring recent nuclear sector experience.

Key Responsibilities

* Take full responsibility for delivery of the electrical scope, including planning, reporting, and change management

* Lead engineering meetings and coordinate delivery across the electrical team

* Support project cost estimates, including CTR development

* Produce, review, and approve a wide range of engineering documentation, including:

* Basis of Design

* Power system and protection studies

* Earthing and lightning protection calculations

* Equipment sizing and load schedules

* Technical specifications, datasheets, SLDs, schematics, and layouts

* Prepare requisitions for key electrical equipment (HV/LV switchgear, transformers, motors, UPS systems, etc.)

* Evaluate supplier quotations and produce technical bid assessments

* Define installation scopes and ensure deliverables meet project requirements

* Ensure compliance with all relevant UK and international codes, standards, and regulations

Additional Responsibilities

* HV power system modelling and protection studies

* Liaising with DNOs and key project stakeholders

* Managing equipment ageing and obsolescence strategies

* Supporting site teams with technical and operational issues

Requirements

* Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (or equivalent experience)

* Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status, or working towards professional accreditation

* 15+ years’ experience, with recent experience in the nuclear sector (essential)

* Strong knowledge of UK legislation, standards, and compliance requirements

* Experience working in hazardous or explosive environments

* Familiarity with CE marking requirements (ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, EMC)

Personal Attributes

* Strong leadership and team management experience

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

* Proven ability to deliver projects on time and within budget

* Strong focus on safety, risk management, and HSE compliance

* Proactive, motivated, and solutions-oriented

* Customer-focused approach

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation and play a key role in delivering a strategically important nuclear project