Senior / Lead Electrical Engineer (Contract)
Contract Type
Urgent contract role
Location
Hampshire, UK
Job Overview
A senior or lead electrical engineer is required to provide specialist electrical engineering advice and support within an operational oil and gas environment. The role will involve working closely with process and maintenance teams to ensure electrical systems are safe, reliable, and optimised.
This position is suitable for candidates with operational, field, or site experience, and offers an opportunity to apply technical expertise on client-side projects.
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
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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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Support operational and project teams to ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety requirements
Qualifications and Experience
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Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline
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Significant electrical engineering experience in an operational environment
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Experience at COMAH-regulated facilities preferred, ideally in refining or petrochemical operations
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Candidates with EPC design experience will also be considered if they have operational, field, or site exposure and are interested in client-side work
Skills and Competencies
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Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems in industrial facilities
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Problem-solving and analytical skills for troubleshooting and reliability improvement
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Ability to communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and management
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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
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Open to local and international candidates with relevant experience