Jobs in Irvine

Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineering Manager to provide technical leadership across a large industrial manufacturing site. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior electrical engineering professional to take ownership of electrical safety, compliance, asset integrity, reliability and capital project delivery within a highly regulated environment.

As Electrical Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable and compliant operation of the site's electrical infrastructure, including HV and LV systems and hazardous area equipment. You will act as the technical authority for electrical engineering matters while supporting maintenance, reliability improvements and future site investment projects.

Key Responsibilities

Lead electrical safety and compliance activities across the site
Act as, or support, the site's Electrical Duty Holder
Manage HV and LV distribution systems, ensuring all inspections, testing and certification requirements are met
Develop and maintain electrical safety procedures, isolation standards and permit-to-work systems
Provide technical leadership for ATEX and hazardous area compliance
Lead electrical asset integrity and reliability improvement programmes
Support root cause investigations into equipment failures and incidents
Review and approve electrical engineering designs and specifications
Support CAPEX projects from design through installation, commissioning and handover
Manage specialist contractors and service providers
Develop asset replacement and obsolescence plans for critical infrastructure
Manage budgets relating to electrical compliance and maintenance activities
Drive a culture of continuous improvement, safety and asset care across the site

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

Degree (BEng/BSc) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working towards Chartership
Strong knowledge of UK electrical legislation, standards and best practice
Formal training in HV systems and electrical safety management
Knowledge of ATEX and DSEAR regulations
Full UK Driving Licence Desirable:

Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience
CompEx qualification
NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification
Project Management qualification (APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent)
Functional Safety awareness or TÜV qualification
Membership of the IET or other relevant professional institution

What We're Looking For

Strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental standards
Proven ability to identify and resolve technical challenges
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills
Strong communication and team-working abilities
Experience working within a highly regulated industrial environment
A proactive approach to continuous improvement and operational excellencePlease get in touch today for a confidential chat!

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