Electrical Engineer, Infrastructure Development
Position: Electrical Engineer, Infrastructure Development
Location: South Shields
Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £32,500
What You'll Be Doing
Providing technical support to the Infrastructure Development team, assisting with technical solutions, specifications, and drawings for engineering projects
Supporting the development of engineering solutions that help the business grow, working closely with colleagues across different areas
Helping prepare specifications and tender documentation, and getting involved in contract discussions
Assisting with budgeting and forecasting for electrical capital projects
Working within multi-disciplinary teams on a wide range of engineering activities
Supporting the monitoring of contractor and sub-contractor performance
Assisting with the project management of electrical maintenance and repair works
Ensuring health, safety, and environmental considerations are built into project work
Contributing ideas to help continuously improve how the Infrastructure Development team works
What We're Looking For
A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivlent)
Graduates or those with some early hands-on experience in electrical systems - placements, internships, or junior roles all count
An interest in power distribution systems and electrical networks, including substations, transformers, switchgear, and power generation. Prior exposure through study or work experience is a plus
A genuine enthusiasm for infrastructure and engineering, with a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues
Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
A proactive, detail-oriented approach and a commitment to high standards and safety
What You'll Get
Hands-on experience across a variety of live infrastructure projects from day one
Structured mentoring and support from experienced engineers within the department
The chance to build a genuine career path within a growing infrastructure team
Exposure to the full lifecycle of engineering projects - design, procurement, delivery, and beyond