Electrical Project Engineer

Project Engineer – Electrical (Switchgear & Control Systems) Circa £60K Basic

Location: Kent (commutable from South East London)

A well-established and growing engineering company specialising in bespoke electrical solutions is seeking a Project Engineer to join its experienced team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of LV and HV switchgear projects within a supportive and expanding business.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from initial handover through to completion, ensuring delivery against technical specifications, deadlines, and budgets.
• Develop control panel and switchgear designs based on client requirements.
• Select suitable components in line with technical and commercial objectives.
• Oversee the full lifecycle including design, build, installation, and commissioning.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support production planning and delivery schedules.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure timely project progression.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, including site visits and testing phases (FAT/SAT).
• Prepare documentation including risk assessments and method statements for site activities.

Requirements

• Qualification in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience with LV systems (HV knowledge beneficial).
• Understanding of switchgear design/manufacture is desirable.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience with CAD/electrical design software is advantageous.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Full details of the organisation will be provided at a later stage in the process.

Benefits

• Competitive holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Ongoing training and development

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