Principal Electrical Engineer – Oil & Gas | Nuclear | Power Distribution
Location: Manchester
Sector: Oil & Gas | Nuclear | Power Distribution
Contract Type: Contract
We’re looking for an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team delivering projects across the Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and Power Distribution sectors. From concept studies through to FEED, you’ll provide technical leadership, oversee engineering design, and ensure successful project execution.
This is a client-facing role, requiring a proactive approach to problem-solving, compliance, and technical decision-making. You’ll collaborate with a team of talented engineers in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead electrical engineering activities across all project phases, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
- Prepare, review, and approve engineering documentation, technical designs, and specifications.
- Allocate work within the team, providing technical oversight and mentoring.
- Develop electrical system designs in line with national and international standards.
- Prepare technical specifications and material requisitions for:
- HV & LV switchboards
- Transformers
- UPS systems
- VFDs, Motors, and Power Factor Correction
- Trace-heating and lighting systems
- Power distribution networks, including substations, switchgear, and cabling
- Define installation scopes of work and conduct technical bid evaluations.
- Review supplier quotations and assess technical compliance.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree (BEng/MEng) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it (preferred)
- Proven experience in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, or Power Distribution projects
- Strong knowledge of national and international electrical standards (IEC, BS, IEEE, etc.)
- Experience with electrical design tools and power system analysis software
- Ability to lead teams, manage stakeholders, and deliver complex projects
If you’re a Principal Electrical Engineer looking for your next challenge, apply now or reach out for a confidential chat! Email me at shas@scantec.co.uk or call me on 0151 666 8929.
