HSB Technical Ltd
Electrical Installation Engineer
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Position: Electrical Installation Engineer
Job ID: EI1
Location: Portsmouth
Rate/Salary: £52,500 Plus OTE taking this up past 68k
Type: Permanent
Benefits: 25 Days holiday, plus BH, private pension, optical care, training, paid for professional subscriptions, progression, social events, 24hr wellbeing support, On-demand GP, retail discount, Gym/Fitness
HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy and Fire & Security sectors. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.
About the Role
Working as the Electrical Installation Engineer you will:
- Install, commission, and test generator systems as well as associated electrical infrastructure on critical power equipment at customer sites.
- Install Diesel Generators & UPS Systems along with associated automated control switchgear in various critical industries, like Utilities, Healthcare, and law enforcement.
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- You Will:
- Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and installation documentation to execute installations with technical accuracy.
- Work with project managers, clients, and design engineers to ensure compliant and integrated project delivery.
- Install, terminate and commission electrical systems for critical-power equipment, including cable routing, containment works, termination and panel wiring, in compliance with electrical and mechanical regulations, manufacturer requirements, and industry standards.
- Produce accurate installation reports, commissioning records, test results, and compliance documentation.
- Diagnose and resolve electrical and control-system faults during installation, commissioning, and operational phases.
- Uphold statutory safety, operational efficiency, and quality assurance across all technical activities.
- Deliver basic technical operation training to customers, engineers, and colleagues.
- Mentor apprentices and junior engineers, providing technical guidance and supervised practical support.
- Maintain tools, test equipment, and vehicles according to company maintenance standards.
- Support the Projects, Design, Service, and Sales Teams with advanced technical input on electrical system integration and design validation.
- Work flexibly outside standard hours to meet operational requirements and perform additional technical duties as required to meet business needs.
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Qualifications and Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent (Preferably through an Apprenticeship).
- BS7671 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- ECS Gold Card (or actively working towards obtaining one).
- Electrical installation experience within a commercial, industrial, or power-generation environment.
- Inspection & Testing qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2391).
- Inspection & Testing qualification experience (>2yrs).
- Full UK driving licence.
This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.
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