Senior Electrical Engineer (South England region)

Overview

In this role you will leadElectrical Engineering activities within our Technical Services and delivery team, shaping HV/LV electrical solutions for renewables projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver upgrades, ensure safety and standards compliance, and mentor junior engineers. The position offers impact across onshore/offshore wind, solar, and battery storage, contributing to EDF Power Solutions’ climate goals and growth. You will drive reliable, compliant electrical design and project execution across UK locations.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary
• annual bonus potential
• market-leading pension scheme
• electric vehicle leasing
• private healthcare
• extra holiday

Responsibilities

• Assist fault finding, testing and repair of HV systems and components (transformers, switchgear, cables, joints, terminations)
• Lead engineering upgrades/projects from concept to delivery with compliance to standards
• Collaborate with mechanical, Scada and external engineers for integrated HV solutions
• Review maintenance reports to identify defects, trends and improvement opportunities
• Manage stakeholder communications and drive issue resolution to enhance system reliability
• Review and approve engineering specifications and design documents; assist with part obsolescence planning and procurement strategies
• Plan and coordinate electrical resources to meet project requirements with internal and external parties
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and interns
• Manage project timelines and budgets; support RCA and corrective actions
• Stay updated on HV engineering trends and best practices
• Prepare and present reports to management and clients
• Travel across the UK to support projects as needed
• Oversee relationships with external contractors, ensuring safety and schedule adherence

Key requirements

• Experience in power industry with focus on HV/LV plants and apparatus
• Strong knowledge of transformers, switchgear, cables and protection relays
• Familiarity with renewable energy technologies and integration into electrical systems
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Leadership experience and ability to manage a small team
• Full UK driving license
• Experience with IEC and IEEE standards
• Project management capability
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) experience
• Industry experience in onshore/offshore wind, solar, or battery storage is highly desirable

• leadership
• strong communication
• problem-solving
• high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) plant
• transformers
• switchgear

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