Senior Electrical Project Engineer Power & Renewable Energy

Job Description We are recruiting for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of complex power generation, renewable energy and industrial infrastructure projects across the UK.This is a technically challenging role working across:Power generationGrid integrationBattery energy storage (BESS)Renewable energyEnergy from wasteIndustrial energy systemsYou will play a key role across full project lifecycles from feasibility and design through to commissioning and operational optimisation within an engineering-led environment delivering real UK infrastructure.The RoleElectrical Design & EngineeringLead design and specification of electrical systemsProduce and review SLDs, protection philosophies, equipment specificationsEnsure compliance with IEC, ENA, BS7671 and UK grid standardsGrid Integration & Power SystemsSupport grid connection strategiesInterface with DNOs, utilities and network operatorsProvide technical input into power system studiesFeasibility & Technical Due DiligenceConduct early-stage engineering assessmentsIdentify technical risk and viabilitySupport cost modelling and investment decisionsProject Lifecycle DeliveryAct as Electrical Engineering Lead from concept to commissioningProvide installation oversight and commissioning supportEnsure systems are delivered to design intentModelling & Performance OptimisationUse engineering software (AutoCAD, MATLAB or similar)Support system modelling, stability assessment and optimisationControl & Process IntegrationWork alongside SCADA and control engineersSupport electrical integration within process plant environmentsTechnical TroubleshootingRoot cause analysis and fault findingSite-based technical support when requiredStakeholder EngagementInterface with contractors, regulators and technology vendorsRepresent the business in technical meetingsWhats in it for you?Car allowanceAnnual bonus schemePrivate medical insurance5% employer pension contributionLife assurance (4x salary)Exposure to major UKenergy transition & infrastructure projectsFull lifecycle project involvementLong-term sector growth & career progressionAbout YouYou will likely have:Degree in Electrical Engineering or related disciplineChartered status (or working toward)Experience delivering power generation or infrastructure projectsStrong knowledge of grid integration and power systemsUnderstanding of IEC, ENA, BS7671 standardsExperience in renewable energy, BESS, energy from waste or process plant (desirable)Exposure to SCADA or industrial control environmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple technical workstreamsWillingness to travel across UK project sitesWhy Apply?Work on critical UK energy infrastructureInfluence real-world operational assetsEngineering-led culture with technical autonomyHigh-growth sector: renewables, grid stability, energy transitionLong-term career security in a future-focused marketIf youre an experienced Electrical Project Engineer looking to step into a senior, technically impactful role within the UK energy and infrastructure sector wed welcome your application.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-03-15