Lead Electrical Engineer – Oil & Gas / Industrial Operations
Location
London, UK
Salary and Benefits
Six-figure salary plus competitive benefits
Job Overview
We are seeking two Lead Electrical Engineers with hands-on operational, site, or plant experience to provide specialist electrical engineering support in a large-scale industrial environment. The role involves advising process and maintenance teams, supporting projects, and ensuring electrical systems are safe, reliable, and optimised for operational performance.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide specialist electrical engineering advice and recommendations to process and maintenance teams on day-to-day operational matters
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Ensure electrical supply meets demand and support investigations into equipment failures
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Develop equipment strategies and recommend reliability improvements
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Provide professional electrical engineering support for projects, including preparation of screening studies, design bases, and specifications for specialist projects
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Advise management on electrical safety, infrastructure, and technology issues
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Conduct troubleshooting and fault-finding activities
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety requirements
Qualifications and Experience
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Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline
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Significant electrical engineering experience in an operational environment, ideally at COMAH facilities, power plants, or similar industrial operations
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Candidates with EPC design experience may be considered if they have operational, field, or site experience and are looking to work client-side
Skills and Competencies
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Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems in industrial facilities
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Hands-on experience with plant or site electrical operations
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Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
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Strong communication skills to work with management and multidisciplinary teams
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Knowledge of electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements
Work Eligibility
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Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK