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Senior Electrical Engineer

Leap29

Glasgow

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GBP 40,000 - 80,000

11 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead utility-scale renewable energy projects in Glasgow. This role involves overseeing the front-end engineering design, supporting construction teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and renewable energy, with a focus on optimizing designs to reduce costs. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing sustainable energy solutions and make a significant impact in the renewable sector. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
Professional experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects.

Oversee front-end engineering design and support construction teams.
Manage cooperation with suppliers and coordinate final designs.

Electrical Engineering

Renewable Energy

Project Management

Electrical Design

Troubleshooting

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional experience in renewable energy

Electrical design software

Load flow estimation tools

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Job Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer, who will be responsible for delivering utility-scale renewables projects in the UK. Main responsibilities include supporting the preparatory stages of the project, overseeing the front-end engineering design (FEED), supporting construction teams, troubleshooting and overseeing commissioning of our electrical infrastructure.

Areas of Responsibilities

Participate in the preparation of electrical design processes, specifications, control concepts, protection, and single-line diagrams;
Detailed knowledge of PV plant architecture, system design, suppliers, and market standards;
Managing the cooperation with suppliers, technical advisors, and consultants to coordinate interfaces and final design;
Competence in interpreting electrical studies such as load flow estimations, short-circuit studies, LV&MV Cable sizing and optimization calculations, LPS, system earthing, etc.;
Support and implement commissioning and operational instructions documentation e.g., shutdown procedures; and briefing notes for owners and technical advisors.
Supporting compliance processes and key certifications such as PAC, IAC and FAC, ION, EON and FON;
Support our EPC targets of reducing capex by optimizing designs.

Job Requirements

Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar, or equivalent professional experience and/or certifications.
Professional experience in renewable energy industry (e.g. wind, solar, BESS) at utility scale.
Good understanding of P28, G59/G99, and similar ENA recommendations and design/implementation.
Strong knowledge of relevant IEC / ISO / BS Standards including BS7671;
Detailed knowledge of CDM, DNO requirements, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, site safety rules, switching procedures;
You have a valid UK driving license.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Project Management

Industries

Services for Renewable Energy and Electric Power Generation

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