Senior Electrical Engineer

CompanyWood

LocationReading, England, United Kingdom

Posted At3/6/2026

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Electricians and electrical fitters

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

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£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Projects - Electrical Engineering Group. This is a staff position supporting a number of Pre FEED, FEED and EPC petrochemical, Oil & Gas and energy transition projects.

The position will be based in our Reading Green Park office with Hybrid working considered depending on project requirements.

The Role

Senior Electrical Engineer will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects within the energy sector. We are looking for Engineers with 5 to 10 years of industry experience. The role can present opportunities for Engineers working in a range of interesting and diverse sectors including;

Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas
Chemicals
Renewable Energy
Power
Mining & Minerals
Industrials & Manufacturing
Life Sciences
Transportation

Water

Government services

Our Clients & Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery.

What We Can Offer

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas, renewables and emerging energy sectors
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working where relevant
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice

Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market

Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle

Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests

Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Responsibilities

Review design packages for electrical systems and equipment (i.e., Power & Distribution Transformers, motors, generators, high voltage/low voltage switchgear / Motor Control Center (MCC), distribution network, control equipment, power outlets etc.) including drawings, datasheets, detail scope of work, calculations, Bill of Material / Quantity and preliminary cost estimates, Hazardous Area Classification and power System Study under the guidance of Principal Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer

Support Lead Engineer in preparation the Project Design Basis Document as per the project scope

Interdisciplinary coordination by collaborating with Project Engineers on Projects for Engineering inputs for developing Electrical Engineering deliverables and calculations

Provide Electrical Engineering input for developing Electrical Design deliverables

Prepare the entire project load lists based on the project scope

Produce technical reports for the scope of work, and technical specifications for specific electrical equipment

Assist in the electrical activities of engineering, procurement, and eventual construction (EPC) contractors during the Front-End Engineering Development (FEED) and design phase under the guidance of Principal Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer

Carry out analysis of major equipment selected in the design package under the guidance of Principal Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer

Check and verify Material Take Offs

Review and respond to technical and site queries under the guidance of Principal Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer

Ensure that the design work by contractor is in accordance with client’s design standards, applicable codes / regulations, and acceptable work practices

Assist the Project Managers and Project Engineers in evaluating Material Requisitions (MR), Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE) and Award Recommendation (AR) provided by Contractor and able to perform Procurement support

Work closely with Engineering Teams during the project to ensure facility integrity in terms of HSE

Provide Electrical support to small Study and Concept Projects and at times lead such small Concept/Study projects as required for the delivery of Electrical scope

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges

Expected

Bachelor’s degree within the Electrical Engineering field or a BA in Science with a focus in Electrical Engineering
Good industry experience in design, engineering and construction

Engineer must be familiar with NEC, IEEE / ANSI, IEC and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices

Be fully familiar with analogue and Digital Control Systems including Power System Automation (PSA), DCS, PLC and SCADA controls

Thorough knowledge of the English language is required to perform the necessary in depth analysis and studies, make professional presentations and keep up with technical advancements

Commitment towards Continuous Professional Development

Working towards achieving Chartered Engineer Status

Desirable

Experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) or similar software would be added advantage
Experience and knowledge of Power System studies and operation would be added advantage
Knowledge on Power system automation

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.