Senior Electrical Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Remote
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Electrical Engineering Design Wiring Diagrams Control Logic Diagrams Electrical Equipment Design Standards Security Clearance

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Electrical Engineer (Security Cleared) – Contract – Remote

Location: Remote

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading engineering business during a period of continued growth as they support the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Renewable Energy and Nuclear sectors. This role is remote working and is deemed to be outside IR35. The successful applicant must be a British passport holder and hold current Security Clearance SC level.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Undertake design and checking of deliverables according to discipline and area of expertise.
  • Checking the quality of subcontractor design work to ensure compliance with agreed client design specifications.
  • Preparation and checking of deliverables including drawings, schedules, datasheets, specifications, (input to control philosophies and narratives if applicable).
  • Must understand wiring diagrams, control logic diagrams, system descriptions, system calculations, 1-line and 3-line AC drawings, AC & DC schematics, and be able to size equipment and perform cable sizing calculations
  • Participation in design review, 3D Model Reviews, Value Engineering, Risk Management workshops,
  • Design and testing of simulation software devices for complete project simulation.
  • Responsible for engineering design and assessment in line with client expectations as well as supporting others within the team.
  • Will be required to provide input into HAZOP / HAZIDs.

Key Skills & Knowledge

  • Must be degree qualified, chartered status desired but not essential.
  • Experience of designing electrical equipment, preferably in the nuclear industry.
  • Experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochem, or Renewable Energy industries also considered relevant.
  • Experience of electrical equipment and its application in conventional and safety applications.
  • Experience in relevant design standards and protocols.

Additional Information

This role is remote working and is deemed to be outside IR35. The successful applicant must be a British passport holder and have current Security Clearance at SC level or higher.

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