Electrical Project Engineer

Role Overview

We are looking for a Electrical Project Engineer to join our Race Engineering and Infrastructure team. Reporting into our Head of Energy & Electrical Systems, this role will support the event energy transition and electrical projects across Formula 1.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Project Planning

• Plan and schedule EET project delivery
• Attend site visits
• Plan venue and civil works, plant requirements
• Gather customer requirements and define scope
• Develop electrical overlay, layouts and cable routing
• Work with power provider on system design (Energy generation, storage, distribution)
• Identify and manage H&S and compliance needs
• Plan on-site requirements: Logistics, fuel, plant

Project Development

• Develop systems and processes for project delivery
• Develop monitoring, data‑collection and reporting systems
• Lead on project expansion and commercial engagement
• Lead on value engineering and cost control
• Produce SoWs/SLAs and manage logistic (fuel, freight, travel)

Project Delivery

• Oversee on‑site installation and delivery.
• Act as main contact for customers, suppliers and venue management
• Lead client witnessing and acceptance
• Ensure electrical and H&S compliance, testing and verification
• Track customer orders and variations
• Produce order summaries and financial reports
• Produce post‑event Energy Reports

Electrical Engineering & Design

• Provide engineering and design support across projects
• Produce indicative and detailed electrical designs
• Advise on protection, equipment selection and circuit design
• CAD support for drawings and layouts

Other

• Assist with department race duties involving additional race travel
• Integration and alignment with the wider department’s duties
• Assist with Race Cover duties in Biggin Hill

Experience

Prior to the role it would be essential that you have:

• Industrial & commercial electrical installation experience
• Temporary power for events and broadcast experience
• Project management experience
• Client acceptance FAT/SAT experience
• Experience with commercial and procurement processes, budget management and forecasting

Some desirable experience that you may bring to the role:

• Data Analysis, SCADA, HMI experience
• Project management systems and software

Qualifications

Not essential to be successful in the role but you may also have the following qualifications:

• HNC, HND or Degree Electrical Engineering
• Qualified Electrician (JIB Gold Card, NVQ 3, AM2)
• Testing and Inspection 2391-52
• Temporary Power BS7909
• Project Management PMP or equivalent
• C&G 2396 Design
• IPAF, Fork, Telehandler license

Knowledge & Skills

Prior to the role it is essential that you demonstrate:

• Proficiency in Electrical design & specification
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and electrical design software
• Proficiency in UPS, BESS and Generator systems
• Proficiency in Automation systems and monitoring systems
• Knowledge of relevant UK/EU electrical standards
• Strong IT literacy, including Microsoft Office applications
• Competence in Microsoft Excel (formulas, data analysis, and reporting)

Personal Qualities

In this role it is essential that you are:

• Self‑motivated, proactive and able to take initiative
• Able to apply effective problem‑solving skills
• Adaptable when priorities or requirements change
• A clear and confident communicator
• Able to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and committed to delivering high‑quality work
• Skilled in working with people to reach practical solutions and balanced compromises

Career Progression – Where Can You Go Next?

From this role, your next career move could include progressing into Project Management or to become a Team Manager.

Benefits

• Private Healthcare scheme
• Dental Care
• 4 x Grand Prix Paddock passes per season
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and other family planning policies
• A free staff shuttle service running to and from surrounding trains stations near to Biggin Hill
• Free healthy snacks in our offices
• Subsidised canteen in Biggin Hill, serving breakfast and lunch
• 25 days annual leave and 8 Bank Holiday days, plus a Christmas period closure
• Opportunities to develop and request training for your role via our in‑house Learning and Development team
• Discount on F1 merchandise
• Discount at F1’s experiences including F1 Arcade and F1 Drive
• Perkbox benefit portal and more

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