Lead Electrical Engineer - Nuclear

Manchester | Hybrid (2-3 Days Office)
c-60.00 per Hour | Outside IR35
Long-Term Contract | Immediate Start
We''re recruiting for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join a major UK nuclear project, leading the electrical design scope from concept through detailed design.
This is a purely electrical engineering role requiring recent detailed design experience within a highly regulated industry.

• Lead the electrical engineering scope and design delivery.
• Produce and review electrical design documentation.
• Complete electrical calculations, specifications and SLDs.
• Specify HV/LV equipment and review supplier documentation.
• Support project planning, reporting and change control.
• Lead technical meetings and coordinate the electrical team.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards and project requirements.

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Extensive experience in detailed electrical design.
• Previous experience leading electrical engineering projects or teams.
• Strong HV/LV power distribution design knowledge.
• Nuclear or other highly regulated industry experience.
• Able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer.
• HV power system modelling and protection studies.
• ATEX / hazardous area experience.
• Knowledge of UK nuclear standards.
• Commissioning or site support experience.

• c-60.00 per hour
• Outside IR35
• Hybrid working (Manchester office)
• Long-term contract
• Immediate start
• Opportunity to work on a major UK nuclear programme