Senior Electrical Engineer

I am working with a leading EPC who are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the high voltage electrical scope on utility-scale BESS projects delivered under EPC contracts across the UK. You will act as the EPC’s technical authority for HV systems, overseeing design management, procurement, supplier tendering, and ICP-led grid connections, while supporting construction, commissioning, and energisation. This role is central to ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly, on programme, and within budget. Key Responsibilities Design & Engineering * Manage the HV electrical design from concept through detailed design for EPC-delivered BESS projects (typically 132Kv +). * Review and approve primary and secondary designs * Manage design interfaces between OEMs, balance-of-plant contractors, ICPs, and civil works. * Ensure compliance with UK standards and codes (ENA, IEC, BS, G99/G100, CDM). ICP & Grid Connections * Act as EPC technical lead for ICP connections, coordinating with ICPs, DNOs, and National Grid. * Manage technical inputs to grid applications, connection agreements, and adoption processes. * Oversee technical compliance through design, construction, testing, and energisation. Procurement & Supplier Management * Prepare technical specifications and scopes of work for HV equipment and services. * Lead supplier tendering and technical bid evaluations, supporting commercial negotiations and contract awards. * Manage suppliers during execution, including technical queries, design reviews, FATs, and delivery schedules. Construction & Commissioning Support * Provide technical support during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning. * Resolve site-based design and interface issues in collaboration with construction managers and subcontractors. * Support commissioning, protection testing, and energisation activities through to handover. Project & Team Support * Support project managers with technical risk management, programme input, and cost control. * Contribute to lessons learned and standardisation of EPC HV designs. Required Experience & Skills * Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent. * Strong experience delivering HV electrical scope within EPC contracts for utility-scale energy or infrastructure projects. * Proven track record on utility BESS projects. * Hands-on experience working with ICPs, DNOs, and grid connection processes in the UK. * Solid understanding of EPC delivery risks, interfaces, and commercial drivers. * Ability to operate as a senior technical authority across multi-disciplinary teams. * Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership is desirable. What We Offer * Key senior role within a growing UK EPC delivering utility-scale BESS. * High level of technical ownership across full project lifecycle. * Competitive salary, benefits, and fully remote role with site visits when required * Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile grid-connected energy infrastructure. To apply for the role please submit your most up to date cv today, interview to take place in January via Teams