Electrical Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
The pay only meets a lower rate
£52,000 / year
Salary
Within the market range
£58,700
Going rate
Offer is 0.9× the going rate
This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
Anyone can use the standard rate, but the pay clears it only if the Home Office classes the job as SOC 2127. We think SOC 2123 is more likely, and the pay is too low for that code. If you are a new entrant or a PhD holder, you can use a lower rate, and the pay clears the new entrant rate for SOC 2123. On the jobs board, Standard and the new entrant rate both show roles like this as Possible at most. The advertised pay goes up to £52,000.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
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 Clears | £47,000 Clears | £52,900 Misses | £58,700 Misses |
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Also possible | £36,300 Clears | £41,500 Clears | £46,700 Clears | £51,900 Clears |
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. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Electrical Engineer
7 Steel UK - Cardiff
Up to £52,000 plus £2,550 callout & 10% bonus
Joining us as an Electrical Engineer, you’ll be working on some of the largest pieces of kit and machinery you’ll find in the industry. Some of your responsibilities will include…
- Plan, prioritise, schedule, and manage electrical activities, for example planned maintenance programmes, shut-downs, or emergency repairs.
- Undertake development performance reviews for electrical craftspeople.
- Ensure that risk assessments, method statements and permits are created, implemented and followed.
- Estimate the cost, time, and resources required for repair and improvement projects.
- Work directly with engineers in other disciplines and shift managers to ensure effective running of the process.
Working within the wider Engineering Management Team, you’ll be leading and managing projects as well as a team of Electrical Technicians. Analysis, design and planning are important responsibilities, as well as being down on the plant and getting stuck in.
You will be an experienced Electrical Engineer, who is passionate about continuous learning and is always looking to widen their skill set. You will have experience in a heavy industry environment, and enjoy hands on, practical engineering.
You will need…
- BSc Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Experience of SCADA/HMI and PLC systems
- Strong knowledge and experience of large AC/DC motor controls, invertors and converters
- Hands on engineer who will do what it takes to keep the plant running
- Experience of leading and developing successful teams
Some of our benefits include…
- Healthcare cash plan: Claim back money towards the cost of your essential healthcare and receive access to valuable health and wellbeing services.
- Pension:
You’ll be joining a recycling company – we recycle scrap metal into new steel products. We’re the largest producer of reinforcing steel in the UK and one of the largest metal recyclers, too. We’re passionate about the circular economy and working towards our decarbonisation pathway.
Sound interesting? Click the link below to apply.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, where all employees are valued and respected. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team, as we believe that embracing different perspectives and experiences will strengthen our workforce and drive innovation in the steel industry. We are dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for all employees, ensuring that safety standards are consistently upheld in every aspect of our operations.
Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role or process, please get in touch with our Talent Team.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Offer £52,000
- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£41,392–68,380), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
This pay misses the £58,700 standard floor, but clears the £41,100 new entrant rate.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. 7 Steel UK holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
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.