Alexander Associates
Lead Electrical Engineer
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Lead Electrical Engineer
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Electrical Engineer to take ownership of the electrical scope across multiple major water frameworks. This role will suit an experienced engineer capable of leading technical delivery, managing teams, and ensuring high-quality engineering outputs across all design and delivery stages.
You will play a key role in driving engineering excellence, coordinating multi-disciplinary interfaces, and supporting project teams across a range of UK water infrastructure schemes.
This is a long term contract, outside IR35.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of the electrical engineering scope across multiple projects
- Manage schedules, MDRs, change control, reporting, and technical coordination
- Delegate and oversee work packages within the electrical team
- Support estimating activities including CTR development
- Provide technical leadership across all deliverables, including:
- Basis of Design
- Power systems, earthing, lightning, load & cable calculations
- Equipment sizing, specifications, SLDs, schematics, cable schedules, MTOs and layouts
- Prepare requisitions for HV/LV equipment (switchgear, transformers, motors, UPS, lighting, etc.)
- Review supplier quotations and complete technical bid assessments
- Develop installation scopes of work
- Ensure compliance with UK/international standards, legislation, and client requirements
- Liaise with DNOs and external stakeholders
- Support HV modelling and protection studies
- Manage equipment obsolescence and lifecycle planning
- Provide site-based technical support for operational issues
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- Degree in Electrical / Electronic / Control Engineering (or equivalent)
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer (or working towards)
Technical Experience
- Strong knowledge of UK standards and legislation
- Experience in regulated environments, including explosive atmospheres
- Knowledge of CE marking requirements (ATEX, PED, LV Directive, Machinery Directive, EMC compliance)
- Strong understanding of HSE and risk management principles
Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply for this role.
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