Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer (Senior, Principal, Senior Principal or Experienced) - Hydropower (Energy) Stantec is working on many of the world’s largest, complex and most exciting hydropower projects. Due to our ongoing success we are rapidly growing and seek a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team, working on the design and development of cutting‑edge hydropower and pumped‑storage hydro solutions. This role can be based anywhere in the UK. It is a great opportunity to join a growing multi‑disciplinary team involved in projects as varied and different as Coire Glas in Scotland, Koysha in Ethiopia, and Dinorwig in Wales, as well as supporting our growing transmission and distribution business. We have developed a strong reputation within the sector as a leading, progressive and forward‑thinking consultancy, focused on delivering high‑quality outputs to ensure the client achieves their outcomes and business benefits. You will play a key role in all aspects of hydropower projects, from feasibility studies and concept design to construction and commissioning. You will be responsible for leading the electrical engineering design of hydropower projects, including generators, control and instrumentation systems, protection, substations and transmission lines. You will perform design, modelling and analysis of electrical and electronic systems to ensure project feasibility and compliance with industry standards. As a Principal, you will take line‑management responsibility for some members of the team, support business growth and strategy development, and take ownership of project deliverables. You will provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and collaborate with civil, mechanical and other engineering disciplines to ensure a fully integrated project design. About You Ideally Chartered or hold Incorporated Engineer status with the IET, or be working towards. Have experience with large rotating machines (generators or motors). Specific experience in hydro and/or pumped storage hydro systems is highly desirable but not essential. Electrical experience in other sectors, particularly within Energy and Water, is advantageous. Proficient in producing and interpreting design drawings and documents, including single‑line diagrams, key line diagrams, block cable diagrams, calculations for equipment sizing and fault ratings, load schedules, specifications and reports. Familiar with collaborative reviews and design solutions. Strong skills in giving technical presentations to clients and design engineers. Active participation in collaborative design discussions and technical workshops. Embodies and supports our values of client focus, designing with community in mind, collaboration and service excellence. Why Join us? Our People Culture: We’re a close‑knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment. Growth: We’re on an exciting growth journey across the UK & I – we want you to be part of it Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world. Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more. Flexible working arrangements Great projects across all sectors Industry leading training and development as well as paid professional subscriptions Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Industries Business Consulting and Services Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] . We will talk to you about how we can support you. #J-18808-Ljbffr