Electrical Engineer

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Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy operator to recruit an Electrical Engineer for offshore wind assets across the UK and Ireland. This role will focus primarily on supporting the electrical operation and maintenance of a major offshore wind farm based in Scotland, while also contributing to engineering support across a wider portfolio of offshore assets.

This position offers a competitive salary, a strong benefits package, and the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and improving critical offshore renewable energy infrastructure.

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer with power generation or renewable energy experience and are looking to work within a highly skilled asset operations team, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Engineer role

Reporting to the Technical Services Manager you will:

Provide in-field electrical engineering expertise across offshore wind assets. Support Area Managers, technicians, and contractors with HV and LV electrical equipment maintenance and fault resolution. Assist with planned preventative maintenance and corrective works across electrical balance of plant and generation equipment. Develop and review maintenance scopes, work instructions and quality plans. Manage technical queries raised by internal teams, contractors and suppliers. Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance asset performance, reliability and efficiency. Contribute to asset modification and change management processes, ensuring updates and repairs are documented correctly. Review and update electrical drawings, single line diagrams and test documentation. Identify and categorise operational risks, ensuring they are recorded in appropriate risk registers.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent). Experience installing, maintaining or testing HV equipment such as switchgear, transformers, cables, joints and terminations. Previous experience working within power generation, utilities, or renewable energy sectors. NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (or equivalent) desirable. Offshore wind experience is advantageous. Full UK driving licence.

Personal skills

The Electrical Engineer role would suit someone who is:

A proven technical leader capable of delivering engineering solutions and supporting operational teams. Highly committed to health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Strong in defect management and prioritisation. Comfortable working offshore at height and climbing turbines when required. Excellent at building relationships with internal teams, contractors and external stakeholders. Flexible and willing to travel across the UK and Ireland when required.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Engineer role

Competitive salary (dependent on experience) Market-leading pension scheme Flexible benefits package including electric vehicle leasing and health insurance options Enhanced parental leave Discounts and employee pricing schemes Ongoing training and career development opportunities

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Job Type:
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Category:
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