Electrical Project Engineer

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support delivery of remedial electrical works on a live station project in Birmingham.

This is a contract role for a minimum of three months, working within a rail environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating electrical works packages, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and programme requirements.

The role will be primarily day works; however, flexibility is required to undertake night shifts where necessary to coordinate with site teams and station access constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate electrical remedial works packages on site
• Interface with site supervisors, subcontractors, and client representatives
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with Network Rail standards and project specifications
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities
• Review and approve RAMS and technical documentation
• Monitor programme, progress, and quality of works
• Ensure compliance with H&S and rail safety requirements in a live station environment
• Provide technical support and resolve site-based engineering issues

Scope of Works / Systems

The remedial scope will include:

• LV Distribution systems
• Central Monitoring Systems (CMS)
• Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
• Lighting systems
• Variable Speed Drive (VSD) replacement and repair
• Small power installations

Requirements

Essential:

• Previous experience delivering electrical works within a Network Rail station environment
• Strong understanding of rail standards and working within live operational sites
• Valid Sentinel Card
• Valid ECS Card
• HNC (or higher) in Electrical Engineering
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and site teams
• Ability to work occasional night shifts as required

Desirable:

• Experience delivering remedial or upgrade works within existing rail infrastructure
• Testing & commissioning knowledge across LV and building services systems

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English