Head of Electrical Engineering

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Job Description

PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Team Building
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.
  • Technical Oversight & Design
  • Lead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).
  • Ensure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.
  • Strategic & Operational Development
  • Establish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.
  • Drive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.
  • Governance & Safety
  • Oversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.
  • Support investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.
  • Continuous Improvement & Innovation
  • Lead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.
  • Champion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

  • Expertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.
  • In-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.
  • Clear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.

Qualifications

Essential:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
  • BS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing).
  • Full UK Driving Licence.

Competencies & Behaviours

  • Decisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.
  • Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.
  • Strong client-facing ability—able to balance commercial and technical needs.
  • Committed to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.
  • Fluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.

Experience Required

  • Minimum 15 years’ experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.
  • Strong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.
  • Ideally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities

Location:
Greater London
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Manufacturing

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