Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the UK's fastest-growing utility engineering contractors, with a proven track record in delivering engineering solutions.
We work directly with leading blue-chip clients in power, water, telecoms, and rail sectors, and are seeking top talent to join our expanding team.
Our company values empower employees and promote personal development and career progression within a supportive environment.
We believe success is a choice; at OCU, we choose to succeed. We are 'One Company United'.
Throughout 2023, OCU has experienced sustained growth and expansion.
Electrical Project Engineer Role Overview
The Electrical Project Engineer manages electrical aspects of multidisciplinary construction and renewable energy projects, including HV, LV, P&C, and commissioning systems. Reporting to the Project Manager, the role ensures safe, efficient delivery in compliance with standards.
The ideal candidate will have technical electrical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with various teams.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership
- Provide guidance on HV, LV, P&C, and commissioning systems.
- Review design drawings and specifications for alignment.
- Collaborate on innovative, cost-effective solutions.
- Project Planning and Coordination
- Support planning and scheduling of electrical works.
- Coordinate with contractors and stakeholders.
- Monitor progress and address delays or risks.
- Site Supervision and Quality Control
- Oversee electrical works for compliance and quality.
- Conduct inspections and audits.
- Address technical challenges on-site.
- Commissioning and Testing
- Plan and execute commissioning activities.
- Coordinate assurance processes.
- Complete documentation.
- Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance
- Ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments.
- Promote safety culture.
- Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain records and prepare reports.
- Ensure contractual and regulatory compliance.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with clients and regulators.
- Represent the company in meetings.
- Build stakeholder relationships.
- Value Engineering and Innovation
- Identify value engineering opportunities.
- Stay updated on latest technologies.
Skills and Experience
Education: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related; professional accreditation preferred.
Experience: Proven in electrical engineering within construction, renewable energy, or utilities; knowledge of HV/LV, protection, and commissioning; site supervision experience.
Skills: Technical expertise, organizational skills, communication, stakeholder engagement, problem-solving.
Key Competencies
- Technical expertise in electrical practices.
- Safety leadership.
- Operational efficiency.
- Proactive problem solving.
- Effective collaboration.
We value our commitment to safety, integrity, continuous improvement, positive impact, and growth. Our vision is to be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor, committed to innovation and sustainability.