Lead Electrical Engineer

Company: Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

Lead Electrical Engineer – Nuclear

Manchester | Hybrid (2-3 Days Office) c60.00 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

  • c60.00 per hour
  • Outside IR35
  • Hybrid working (Manchester office)
  • Long-term contract
  • Immediate start
  • Opportunity to work on a major UK nuclear programme
Posted: August 3rd, 2026