Senior Electrical engineer

Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Epsom, Surrey

Salary: £52,000 - £67,000 DOE

Permanent | Full time | Flexible working

Hybrid / based in an office 3 days a week

Sector: Nuclear / Energy / Process

Technical Partners are currently working with a leading engineering organisation operating within the nuclear and power sector, supporting the delivery of complex, technically challenging and safety-critical projects.

We are looking to speak with experienced Senior Electrical Engineers who are ready to take a leading technical role across major engineering projects, from early feasibility and concept development through to FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning and operational support.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Engineer to take the next step in their career, working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary environment and contributing to some of the UK's most significant energy and infrastructure projects.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will take technical ownership across a range of projects and will be responsible for delivering high-quality electrical engineering solutions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design, analysis and optimisation of electrical systems throughout the project lifecycle.
• Delivering electrical engineering activities from feasibility and concept through to FEED and detailed design.
• Producing and reviewing feasibility studies, engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, models and drawings.
• Providing specialist technical advice relating to medium and high-voltage electrical systems and apparatus.
• Designing and substantiating MV and LV power distribution networks.
• Specifying electrical plant and equipment to meet project and process requirements.
• Supporting construction, installation, commissioning and operational maintenance activities.
• Undertaking plant assessments and life-extension studies to support important engineering and investment decisions.
• Acting as a technical lead, providing guidance and support to other engineers within the team.
• Reviewing engineering deliverables and ensuring technical quality and compliance.
• Managing technical risks, design changes and technical queries throughout project delivery.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Supporting bids, tenders and technical proposals.
• Contributing to safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Mentoring and developing less experienced engineers, helping to build technical capability within the wider team.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong technical background and experience working within a safety-critical or highly regulated industry.

Ideally, you will have:

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience working within electrical engineering in a safety-critical environment.
• Experience leading technical delivery and providing guidance to other engineers.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, networks and associated equipment.
• Experience with MV/LV power distribution systems.
• Strong engineering judgement and the ability to assess technical risks and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent technical report writing and engineering documentation skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working across multiple projects, sites and engineering disciplines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and technical leadership.
• Chartered Engineer status or a clear commitment to working towards Chartered Engineer accreditation.

Experience in electrical networks, condition monitoring, plant operations or the nuclear/power sector would be highly advantageous.

What's on Offer?

This is an opportunity to join a technically ambitious organisation working on some of the UK's most complex engineering and energy programmes.

Benefits:

• Base salary up to £67,000 DOE
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension in which employee contributions up to 5% are matched or doubled by the company
• Private medical and health cover
• Share scheme allowing employees to purchase shares within the company
• Bonus twice a year
• Annualised pay rise
• Flexible working hours

You will have the opportunity to:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• The opportunity to work on major nuclear and energy projects.
• Exposure to complex, multidisciplinary engineering programmes.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• The opportunity to take a genuine technical leadership role.
• Mentoring and development opportunities.
• A collaborative working environment alongside experienced engineering professionals.
• The chance to contribute to projects supporting the future of the UK's energy infrastructure.

Security clearance will be required for this position. Where applicable, candidates will need to demonstrate the required UK residency history to obtain the relevant level of clearance.

Apply Now

Our clients are leading the charge in transforming the global energy landscape. From pioneering nuclear new‑build projects like Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and next generation Small Modular Reactors, to advancing the future of fusion and supporting the safe operation and decommissioning of existing power stations, they're shaping a cleaner, safer and more sustainable world.

If you are an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for your next opportunity within the nuclear, energy or wider engineering sector, we want to hear from you.

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