Senior Electrical Project Engineer

OLG Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Electrical Project Engineer for our client located in Hull with travel across the UK, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical engineering projects from concept through to commissioning.

This is a senior, client-facing position where you’ll act as Lead Electrical Engineer, managing multiple projects, coordinating on-site teams, and ensuring delivery on time and within budget.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead electrical engineering delivery across multiple projects

  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal teams

  • Prepare tenders, proposals, budgets, and project schedules

  • Interpret technical documentation, drawings, and specifications

  • Manage project performance, including cost tracking and reporting

  • Oversee on-site activities, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance

  • Produce technical documentation (RAMS, reports, inspection & maintenance plans)

  • Support commissioning, FAT, and project close-out activities

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes

  • Support business development and client relationship building


About You

You’re a highly motivated and commercially aware engineer with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering excellence.

You will have:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role (consultancy or contracting)

  • Strong experience across full project lifecycle (FEED to commissioning)

  • Excellent knowledge of LV & HV systems (up to 132kV)

  • In-depth understanding of BS7671, ATEX, and electrical safety standards

  • Solid knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and commercial management

  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills


Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Degree, HND, or HNC in Electrical Engineering

  • Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status (minimum IEng)

  • Membership of a professional body (e.g. IET)

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Willingness to travel to client sites across the UK


Key Skills:

  • Strong technical expertise in electrical design and installation

  • Commercial awareness and contract management

  • Excellent planning, organisation, and reporting skills

  • Proficiency in Trimble (Amtech) and Microsoft Office

  • Ability to lead, motivate, and coordinate project teams

  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

 

Type: 
Permanent
Job Posted: 
Mon, 22 Jun 2026
Closing Date: 
Tue, 30 Jan 2029
Reference: 
1547

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