Lead Electrical Engineer

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.