Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Location: Langage Power Station, Plymouth (75% office / 25% Plant work typically)
Salary: up to £75,000 per annum plus 10% flexitime bonus on top.
Hours: 37 hours per week with flexible working hours.
Permanent
Job Overview:
An opportunity has arisen to recruit an Electrical Engineer to join the Engineering department at Langage Power Station.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the long-term integrity of all HV and LV electrical systems on site, ensuring high levels of safety, reliability, technical and legal compliance.
They will also provide specialist support, guidance and technical advice to the Engineering and Maintenance teams on site, as well as long term planning and through-life management (including obsolescence) or site electrical infrastructure and systems.
Benefits
Basic salary up to £75,000 (based on experience) plus 10% uplift of basic salary as a flexi payment.
Flexible working
No on call work
Excellent role to be able to develop new skills
Company Pension Scheme
Cash Health Plan
Access to Benefits & Wellbeing Hub
Car benefit Scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme (after qualifying period)
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with Electrical Engineering Technical Procedures and relevant external legislation.
Determine maintenance and inspection requirements for electrical systems.
Identify, specify, and manage electrical-biased contracts, including contractor management.
Contribute to the rolling 5-year business plan for electrical systems, including in-year spend and phasing management.
Plan and lead electrical inspection works during scheduled outages to maintain system integrity, reliability, and compliance.
Provide specialist electrical support and advice to Engineering and Maintenance teams on both short-term and long-term issues.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Background:
Strong knowledge and experience of HV and LV electrical systems (transmission and distribution).
Proven experience with HV and LV protection systems.
Familiarity with DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) management.
Behaviours & Competencies:
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and influence relationships.
Flexible and adaptable approach; able to manage changing priorities and work under pressure.
Strong problem-solving skills with high levels of numeracy and literacy.
Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to personal development.
Commitment to promoting and integrating within a positive safety culture.
Willingness to broaden skills into the C&I discipline as required.
Qualifications:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering with extensive industrial experience.
Membership of a professional institution or actively working towards membership/chartership.
Why join us?
Our client is a fast-growing UK energy company backed by EPH, one of Europe's leading energy groups. Since 2015, it has built a diverse portfolio of renewable and flexible power assets across the UK and Ireland. With £3.5bn in revenue and a lean, entrepreneurial culture, the company offers candidates the opportunity to make real impact from day one. Flat leadership, rapid decision-making, and a clear mission to drive the low-carbon transition make it an exciting place to grow a career. Employees are empowered to innovate, develop expertise, and help shape the future of energy.
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