The Opportunity
We're looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to support the delivery of electrical and energy infrastructure across a global events portfolio. Working alongside senior stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners, you'll play a key role in designing, planning, and delivering reliable power systems from concept through to execution and post-event analysis.
This is a varied role combining engineering design, project coordination, and on-site delivery.
What You'll Be Doing
Planning & Coordination
- Develop and manage project timelines across multiple events
- Carry out site assessments and evaluate venue requirements
- Translate stakeholder needs into clear project scopes
- Design electrical layouts, including cable routing and system overlays
- Collaborate with energy providers on generation, storage, and distribution strategies
- Identify health, safety, and regulatory requirements early in the planning phase
- Coordinate logistics such as equipment, fuel, and on-site infrastructure
Project Development
- Establish and refine delivery processes and project frameworks
- Implement systems for monitoring, data capture, and reporting
- Support cost planning, budgeting, and value engineering initiatives
- Produce and manage documentation such as SoWs and SLAs
- Contribute to continuous improvement and programme expansion
Delivery & Execution
- Oversee installation and commissioning activities on-site
- Act as a key point of contact for stakeholders, suppliers, and venue teams
- Manage testing, client sign-off, and acceptance processes
- Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical and safety standards
- Monitor project performance, including costs and variations
- Produce post-event performance and energy usage reports
Engineering & Technical Support
- Provide electrical design input across multiple projects
- Produce both high-level concepts and detailed technical designs
- Advise on system protection, component selection, and circuit configuration
- Create and maintain technical drawings using CAD tools
Additional Duties
- Support live event operations, including international travel when required
- Collaborate with wider teams to ensure seamless delivery across functions
- Provide additional operational support during event periods
What You'll Bring
Essential Experience
- Background in industrial or commercial electrical installation
- Experience delivering temporary power solutions for events, broadcast, or similar environments
- Strong project delivery experience in complex environments
- Familiarity with testing, commissioning, and client acceptance processes
- Understanding of commercial, procurement, and budget management principles
Desirable Experience
- Exposure to data monitoring systems such as SCADA or HMI
- Experience using project management tools or systems
Qualifications
- Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, or Degree)
- Recognised electrician certification (e.g. NVQ Level 3, AM2, JIB Gold Card)
- Testing & Inspection certification
- Knowledge of temporary power standards (e.g. BS7909)
- Project Management certification (e.g. PMP or equivalent)
- Electrical design qualifications
- Relevant site certifications (e.g. IPAF, plant operation licences)
Technical Capability
- Strong electrical design and specification skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design tools
- Experience with power systems including generators, UPS, and battery storage
- Understanding of automation and monitoring systems
- Knowledge of UK and European electrical regulations
- Strong IT skills, particularly Excel for analysis and reporting
Personal Attributes
- Self-driven with a proactive mindset
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Comfortable adapting to changing priorities
- Clear and confident communicator
- Collaborative and solutions-focused
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Professional, dependable, and quality-driven
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