Electrical Lead

Electrical Engineering Lead

Belcan Workforce Solutions is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Lead to join a major long-term energy and industrial project based in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled electrical engineering professional to contribute to the design, review, and delivery of complex power systems on a significant programme of work. The role is offered as an initial 12-month contract with the potential for extension and is primarily site-based, with occasional flexibility to work from home a few days each month.

As the Electrical Engineering Lead, you will provide technical leadership across electrical power systems, supporting the development, review, and implementation of engineering solutions that meet project, regulatory, and industry standards. You will oversee contractor engineering activities, guide design development, review protection schemes, and ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of electrical systems. Responsibilities include power system design and analysis, electrical protection strategies, equipment selection, engineering standards development, risk management, and technical assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful Electrical Engineering Lead will bring extensive experience within large-scale industrial, refining, petrochemical, chemical processing, or energy projects. You will possess a strong understanding of electrical power generation, distribution, protection systems, hazardous area equipment, system modelling, and international engineering standards. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills are essential.

Key requirements:

Minimum 15 years' relevant electrical engineering experience

Expertise in power systems, protection schemes, relay selection, UPS and power generation systems

Experience delivering engineering solutions within large-scale process, energy, petrochemical, or refining environments

Strong knowledge of IEEE, IEC and other relevant industry standards

Proven ability to lead technical reviews, manage engineering risk, and oversee contractor design activities

Contract Details:

Location: Reading

Contract: Estimated 12-month duration with extension potential

Working Pattern: Fully site-based with occasional home working flexibility

IR35 Status: Inside IR35

PAYE Rate: £43.17 to £58.46 per hour

Umbrella Rate: £56.91 to £75.31 per hour

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