About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support the successful delivery of major highways infrastructure projects across Kent and the South East.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing infrastructure team, playing a key role in the design, coordination, installation and commissioning of electrical systems on high-profile highways schemes. Working closely with Project Managers, Site Managers, clients and subcontractors, you will ensure electrical works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of electrical engineering packages on highways infrastructure projects.
Review and interpret electrical designs, drawings and technical specifications.
Manage electrical subcontractors and supervise site installation activities.
Coordinate electrical works with civil, mechanical and technology disciplines.
Ensure compliance with National Highways standards, BS7671, CDM Regulations and relevant industry legislation.
Produce and review RAMS, Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), commissioning plans and quality documentation.
Oversee testing, commissioning and handover of electrical installations.
Monitor programme, productivity and project progress, identifying and mitigating project risks.
Support commercial teams with procurement, cost control, change management and project variations.
Attend client meetings, design reviews and project progress meetings.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.
Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture across all projects.

Typical Projects

You'll be involved in the delivery of major highways infrastructure projects, including:

Motorway and trunk road improvement schemes
National Highways infrastructure projects
Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS)
Motorway communications networks
Street lighting installations
Traffic signal systems
CCTV and ANPR installations
Variable Message Signs (VMS)
Electrical feeder pillars
Low Voltage (LV) distribution systems
Ducting and cable infrastructure
EV charging infrastructure
Road tunnel electrical systems (where applicable)

Requirements

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Proven experience delivering electrical packages on highways, infrastructure, utilities or civil engineering projects.
Strong understanding of LV electrical systems and infrastructure installations.
Experience working under NEC contracts.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and technical specifications.
Knowledge of National Highways standards and specifications (desirable).
Strong understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Commercial awareness with experience supporting project budgets and programme delivery.
Full UK Driving Licence.

Preferred Qualifications

ECS/CSCS Card
SMSTS or SSSTS
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (desirable)
Temporary Works Awareness
NRSWA (desirable)
IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH (desirable)
First Aid at Work (desirable)

What We're Looking For

The successful candidate will be:

A proactive and solutions-focused engineer with strong technical expertise.
Comfortable managing multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously.
Confident working directly with clients, subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.
Passionate about delivering safe, high-quality infrastructure projects.
A natural leader with the ability to mentor and develop junior engineers.
Organised, commercially aware and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced project environment.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance
Bonus scheme
Pension scheme
Private healthcare
Life assurance
Ongoing training and professional development
Clear career progression opportunities
The opportunity to work on major highways and infrastructure projects across Kent and the South East

Senior Electrical Engineer