Senior Electrical Project Engineer Power & Renewable Energy in Nottingham, United Kingdom
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We are recruiting for a
Senior Electrical Project Engineer
to support the delivery of complex
power , renewable energy and industrial infrastructure projects
across the UK.
This is a technically challenging role working across:
Power
Grid integration
Battery energy storage (BESS)
Renewable energy
Energy from waste
Industrial energy systems
You will play a key role across full project lifecycles
from feasibility and design through to commissioning and operational optimisation
within an engineering-led environment delivering real UK infrastructure.
The Role
Electrical Design & Engineering
Lead design and specification of electrical systems
Produce and review
SLDs, protection philosophies, equipment specifications
Ensure compliance with
IEC, ENA, BS7671 and UK grid standards
Grid Integration & Power Systems
Support grid connection strategies
Interface with DNOs, utilities and network operators
Provide technical input into power system studies
Feasibility & Technical Due Diligence
Conduct early-stage engineering assessments
Identify technical risk and viability
Support cost modelling and investment decisions
Project Lifecycle Delivery
Act as Electrical Engineering Lead from concept to commissioning
Provide installation oversight and commissioning support
Ensure systems are delivered to design intent
Modelling & Performance Optimisation
Use engineering software (AutoCAD, MATLAB or similar)
Support system modelling, stability assessment and optimisation
Control & Process Integration
Work alongside SCADA and control engineers
Support electrical integration within process plant environments
Technical Troubleshooting
Root cause analysis and fault finding
Site-based technical support when required
Stakeholder Engagement
Interface with contractors, regulators and technology vendors
Represent the business in technical meetings
Whats in it for you?
C ar allowance
Annual bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
5% employer pension contribution
Life assurance (4x salary)
Exposure to major UK energy transition & infrastructure projects
Full lifecycle project involvement
Long-term sector growth & career progression
About You
You will likely have:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Chartered status (or working toward)
Experience delivering
power or infrastructure projects
Strong knowledge of
grid integration and power systems
Understanding of
IEC, ENA, BS7671 standards
Experience in renewable energy, BESS, energy from waste or process plant (desirable)
Exposure to SCADA or industrial control environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple technical workstreams
Willingness to travel across UK project sites
Why Apply?
Work on
critical UK energy infrastructure
Influence real-world operational assets
Engineering-led culture with technical autonomy
High-growth sector: renewables, grid stability, energy transition
Long-term career security in a future-focused market
If youre an experienced Electrical Project Engineer looking to step into a senior, technically impactful role within the UK energy and infrastructure sector
wed welcome your application.
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- Location:
- Nottingham
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- PROJECT, Engineer, Senior, Project Engineer, Engineering, Project Engineering, Energy, Renewable Energy, Power, Electrical
