Electrical Design Engineers (project Delivery)– Senior & Principal
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£58,700
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SOC 2123 (90% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,700, and Vital Energi is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2123 Electrical engineers Most likely code | £41,100 | £47,000 | £52,900 | £58,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Electrical Design Engineers (project Delivery)– Senior & Principal
Help shape the UK's energy transition.
Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects, Vital Energi's Electrical Project Delivery team is looking for Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our teams in London, Blackburn or Glasgow.
We are currently looking for:
- Senior Electrical Design Engineers
- Principal Electrical Design Engineers
The Company
Vital Energi is one of the UK's leading providers of renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure, delivering innovative engineering solutions that are helping transform the nation's energy landscape.
For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of delivering complex, large-scale energy projects that support the UK's transition to Net Zero. Our teams design, build and operate critical infrastructure that powers hospitals, universities, local authorities, industrial facilities, commercial developments, towns and cities across the country.
Unlike traditional engineering consultancies, our engineers are involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through detailed design, construction, commissioning and long-term operation. This provides a unique opportunity to see designs become reality and create infrastructure that delivers measurable environmental and societal benefits.
Our project portfolio extends far beyond conventional building services design and includes:
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Solar PV and Renewable Energy Generation
- Power Generation and Energy Centres
- District Heating and Cooling Networks
- LV, MV and HV Electrical Infrastructure
- Substations, Transformers and Switchgear
- Private Wire and Utility Distribution Networks
- Industrial Decarbonisation Projects
We are delivering some of the UK's most ambitious low-carbon energy projects, helping clients reduce emissions, improve energy resilience and accelerate their journey towards a sustainable future. With significant investment, a strong project pipeline and continued expansion into emerging energy technologies and industrial power generation, there has never been a better time to join Vital Energi.
About the Role
As an Electrical Design Engineer at Vital Energi, you will play a key role in the delivery of innovative energy infrastructure projects that support the UK's transition to Net Zero.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept development and detailed design through construction support, commissioning and handover. This provides a unique opportunity to see your designs progress from initial concept through to fully operational assets.
You will produce electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation while collaborating with internal teams, clients and stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant and efficient engineering solutions.
You will have the opportunity to take ownership of technical deliverables, contribute to design reviews, support client engagement and help develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.
At Vital Energi, you'll be supported by experienced engineers and technical specialists, with structured development, mentorship and clear progression opportunities through Senior, Principal, Associate Director and Director-level positions, while helping to develop apprentice and graduate engineers.
This is more than a design role. It is an opportunity to influence how future energy infrastructure is developed, delivered and operated, while building a career at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation for a range of renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects.
- Produce high-quality engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and applicable legislation.
- Undertake electrical system studies, equipment selection and technical assessments to support safe, efficient and reliable project delivery.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle to deliver practical engineering solutions.
- Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments and engineering assurance activities, including HAZOP and other technical review processes.
- Support the delivery of projects from concept and detailed design through to construction, commissioning and handover.
- Drive engineering excellence by identifying innovative solutions, sharing technical knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.
Skills & Experience
- Demonstrable experience producing electrical designs within renewable energy, power generation, power infrastructure, utilities, industrial, building services or related sectors.
- Experience designing LV and/or MV electrical distribution systems, including cable calculations, equipment sizing and technical specifications.
- Knowledge of electrical infrastructure including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, MCCs and power distribution networks.
- Experience producing electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts and technical specifications.
- Understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant industry standards.
- Experience using Amtech (Trimble ProDesign), AutoCAD, ETAP or other electrical design and modelling software would be advantageous.
The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.
Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time-limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:
Vital Energi Utilities Ltd is not accepting unsolicited CVs from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. CVs submitted to any Vital Energi Utilities Ltd employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Vital Energi Utilities Ltd. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2123 going rate of £58,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.