Lead Electrical Engineer (Nuclear)

Lead Electrical Engineer - Nuclear Sector (HV Substation Project)

Location: Manchester / Remote Work Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days in the office, typically Tuesday-Thursday; flexible working can be discussed)

Sector: Nuclear Project: HV Substation Project / Small Power & Lighting Contract:

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support a major HV Substation Project within the nuclear sector. Reporting to the Project Engineering Manager and/or Electrical Engineering Manager, you will take ownership of the electrical engineering scope, ensuring high- quality delivery, compliance, and technical excellence across all project stages.

This is a purely electrical role, requiring recent, hands‑on detailed design experience and the ability to obtain security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

You will lead the electrical discipline and may be responsible for:

• Overall delivery of the electrical scope, including schedule development, MDR creation, change control, project reporting, leading meetings, and delegating work packages within the electrical team.
• Supporting project estimates, including CTR development.
• Providing technical input and producing, checking, and approving engineering documentation such as:
• Basis of Design
• Power system calculations
• Earthing & lightning protection calculations
• Equipment sizing calculations
• Load schedules
• Equipment specifications & datasheets
• SLDs, cable schedules, material take‑offs, BCDs, schematics
• Equipment and cable routing layouts
• Preparing equipment and materials requisitions for HV/LV switchboards, transformers, motors, UPS systems, power factor correction, trace heating, lighting, and other electrical equipment.
• Reviewing supplier quotations and preparing technical bid assessments.
• Preparing installation scopes of work.
• Ensuring compliance with national/international codes, legislation, and client/company standards.
• More specific tasks may include:
• HV power system modelling
• HV protection studies
• Liaison with the DNO and other key stakeholders
• Electrical equipment ageing and obsolescence management
• Supporting site teams with operational issues

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Control Engineering (relevant apprenticeships may be considered).
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status (or evidence of working towards).
• 15+ years' engineering experience in the nuclear sector or similar regulated industries.
• Strong knowledge of UK legislation, standards, and design/installation practices.
• Experience with equipment installation in potentially explosive atmospheres.
• Understanding of CE marking requirements including ATEX, PED, Low Voltage Directive, Machinery Directive, and EMC compliance.
• Awareness of risk identification, quantification, management, and HSE requirements.
• Proven experience managing electrical teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Personal Specification

• Highly motivated and proactive.
• A confident communicator, comfortable engaging with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
• Focused on safety and risk management.
• Customer-focused with a strong commitment to quality.
• Experienced in leading and developing engineering teams.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working with flexibility
• Opportunity to work on high-profile nuclear sector projects
• Professional development and support towards chartership (if applicable)
• Competitive hourly rate and ideally limited company/outside IR35
• A collaborative, safety-driven working environment

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