Electrical Engineer

Job Description:

My client, a leading renewable energy organisation is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Asset Operations Technical Service & Delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in the maintenance and optimisation of low-carbon energy assets, helping to drive the UK's net-zero ambitions.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will provide essential in-field engineering support for both High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems. You will work across a diverse portfolio that includes onshore and offshore wind, solar, BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), and private projects throughout the UK and Ireland.

Working alongside Area Managers, Technicians, and contractors, you'll ensure maintenance scopes are delivered effectively, while championing innovation, safety, and operational excellence.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on electrical engineering support across renewable energy sites

• Support planned maintenance, fault finding, and repair of HV/LV assets

• Create and review technical documents including work scopes and quality plans

• Lead asset improvement initiatives and continuous performance optimisation

• Manage modifications, repairs, and the asset change process

• Maintain and update site documentation, SLDs, and test reports

• Conduct root cause analyses and support incident investigations

• Ensure compliance with internal asset management policies and safety standards

• Train towards becoming a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) under E&M Safety Rules

YOu must have:

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

• Proven experience with HV switchgear, transformers, XLPE cables, joints & terminations

• Strong background in the power generation or renewable energy sectors

• NEBOSH/IOSH certification (or equivalent) preferred

• Confident in defect management and delivering safe working environments

• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe and work at height when needed

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Full UK driving licence

Benefits include:

• Market-leading pension scheme

• Bonus

• Flexible benefits including electric vehicle leasing, healthcare options, and retail discounts

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• IT equipment provided for remote work

• Supportive and inclusive team culture

For this role, you must come from a power generation background.