EDF power solutions UK and Ireland
Electrical Engineer
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Are you ready to help shape the future of clean energy by providing the electrical engineering expertise behind some of the UK and Ireland’s most important onshore renewable energy projects?
At EDF power solutions, we’re delivering an Electric UK and Ireland.
From early-stage development through to construction, commissioning, and handover, your work will help deliver safe, reliable, and high-performing electrical systems that support the transition to a net zero future.
The Opportunity
As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll join our Onshore Delivery Engineering team within the Central Technical Organisation, supporting a portfolio of onshore wind projects across the UK and Ireland. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams, consultants, and contractors to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, you’ll work on a hybrid basis from our Edinburgh office. We’re proud to offer a Flexible First approach, giving you the freedom to work comfortably from home while using the office as your base location.
You’ll have the opportunity to influence key engineering decisions, contribute to projects that support Britain’s transition to cleaner energy, and further develop your expertise across development, design, construction, and commissioning activities.
Why EDF power solutions?
We’re united by a shared ambition: to tackle climate change, shaping an Electric UK and Ireland. Our diverse team is growing fast, driven by innovation and a commitment to clean, green energy for all.
With technologies spanning onshore and offshore wind, solar, battery storage, and green hydrogen, we’re the UK and Ireland’s most diverse renewable generator. By 2035, we aim to deliver 10GW of low-carbon energy – and we’d love you to help us get there.
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Who You Are
We’re looking for an Electrical Engineer who is collaborative, solutions-focused, and motivated by delivering high-quality engineering outcomes within renewable energy and infrastructure projects. You’ll enjoy working with multidisciplinary teams and supporting projects through critical delivery stages. To be shortlisted, you need to offer…
- Experience in the development, design, or construction of power generation or large-scale infrastructure projects
- Experience working with consultants and/or contractors to deliver electrical engineering work packages, including an understanding of commercial and contractual considerations
- Knowledge of LV and HV electrical system design from feasibility through to detailed design, including preparation or review of single line diagrams, schematics, and general arrangement drawings
- Familiarity with relevant IEC and national standards, design codes, and grid compliance requirements
- Awareness of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and/or Safety, Health, and Welfare at Work legislation
- A degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification, professional accreditation, or demonstrable relevant experience
- A full driving licence
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and contributing to the development of project electrical specifications and system designs
- Supporting electrical engineering activities from FEED through detailed and delivered design stages
- Coordinating electrical engineering activities with internal stakeholders, consultants, and contractors
- Developing and reviewing electrical technical standards, specifications, and Employer’s Requirements
- Supporting tender evaluations and responding to technical queries during procurement activities
- Identifying, documenting, and managing electrical technical risks, assumptions, issues, and key decisions
- Preparing documentation for design assurance reviews at key project milestones
- Incorporating operational learning and asset requirements into project designs
- Supporting technical and commercial due diligence activities, including FAT, SAT, and commissioning activities
- Working closely with Engineering Centre, Electricity Connections, Procurement, Construction, and Project Management Office teams to support successful project delivery
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Pay, Benefits, and Culture
If you’re looking to join a company where you can work hard, have fun, and help to create a net zero future – then you’re in the right place! If you’re passionate about tackling climate change to support a cleaner, greener future, we’d love you to come and join us.
Alongside a competitive salary and potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, our employee benefits include flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle – from electric vehicle leasing and private healthcare to extra holiday and more.
Everyone is welcome at EDF power solutions; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 2nd August 2026
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