Electrical Project Engineer
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2127 (71% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and NES Fircroft is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2123 (Electrical engineers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers Most likely code | £36,300 | £41,500 | £46,700 | £51,900 |
2123 Electrical engineers Also possible | £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
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support the end client on a major Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) . This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of critical electrical infrastructure on one of the UK's flagship decarbonisation projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and inspect electrical contractors involved in temporary and permanent electrical installations.
• Manage and coordinate the establishment of Temporary Construction Power Supplies across the project.
• Support the diversion and relocation of existing electrical services and utilities.
• Coordinate interfaces between contractors, engineering disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity and compliance with project specifications.
• Review technical documents, method statements, risk assessments and commissioning plans.
• Ensure all electrical installations comply with relevant regulations, standards and project requirements.
• Support project planning, reporting, scheduling and cost-control activities.
• Participate in inspections, testing, commissioning and energisation activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture and adherence to HSE requirements.
Requirements
• Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer on industrial, energy, infrastructure or process projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical distribution systems, construction power supplies and utility diversions.
• Experience managing contractors and coordinating site-based activities.
• Knowledge of commissioning and energisation activities.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and construction safety requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience on Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), power generation, hydrogen, petrochemical, cement, chemical processing, energy transition or large-scale industrial construction projects would be highly advantageous.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering project managers and project engineers (SOC 2127) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~68k in sample- Middle half £42,848–67,132
- Median £51,324
- Going rate £51,900
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,300–46,700
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. NES Fircroft 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 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.