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Lead Electrical Engineer

Posted: 03/08/26
Recruiter:Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Reference:3149369188
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£59 - £60 Hourly Outside IR35
Location:City, Manchester
Description: Lead Electrical Engineer - Nuclear


Manchester Hybrid (2-3 Days Office)
c 60.00 per Hour Outside IR35
Long-Term Contract Immediate Start
We're recruiting for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join a major UK nuclear project, leading the electrical design scope from concept through detailed design.
This is a purely electrical engineering role requiring recent detailed design experience within a highly regulated industry.



Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the electrical engineering scope and design delivery.
  • Produce and review electrical design documentation.
  • Complete electrical calculations, specifications and SLDs.
  • Specify HV/LV equipment and review supplier documentation.
  • Support project planning, reporting and change control.
  • Lead technical meetings and coordinate the electrical team.
  • Ensure compliance with UK standards and project requirements.


Essential

  • Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
  • Extensive experience in detailed electrical design.
  • Previous experience leading electrical engineering projects or teams.
  • Strong HV/LV power distribution design knowledge.
  • Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience.
  • Able to obtain UK Security Clearance.


Desirable

  • Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
  • HV power system modelling and protection studies.
  • ATEX / hazardous area experience.
  • Knowledge of UK nuclear standards.
  • Commissioning or site support experience.


What's on Offer

  • c 60.00 per hour
  • Outside IR35
  • Hybrid working (Manchester office)
  • Long-term contract
  • Immediate start
  • Opportunity to work on a major UK nuclear programme

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