Principal Electrical Engineer

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom 25afdfe2-44db-4134-bff6-0aa8aa4b66cd Full time £66,720 - £72,269 per year

THE COMMISSIONERS OF NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSES
require a
Principal Electrical Engineer
About Us
The Northern Lighthouse Board is the General Lighthouse Authority for Scotland and the Isle of Man, responsible for the superintendence and management of all lighthouses, buoys and beacons within those waters. We have provided this vital safety service to mariners since 1786.

The Role – Overview
Based at the NLB's Headquarters in central Edinburgh (with the option of hybrid working), as Principal Electrical Engineer you will be accountable for technical oversight of all NLB Electrical Systems in or on Aids to Navigation, Buildings, and Berths. This includes definition of planned and unplanned maintenance and renewal programmes, Electrical competency and training specifications, monitoring and implementation of relevant new technologies and be the technical approver of design and quality of electrical work.

The Principal Electrical Engineer must also act as the Electrical Authorising Engineer with respect to the NLB Electrical Safety Rules

Salary And Benefits

  • £66,720 per annum rising to £72,669 after 1 year in post.
  • A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28%
  • Annual Leave allowance of 25 days, rising by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days
  • 11.5 days for Public Holidays
  • Generous sick pay scheme and family leave policies.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities
  • Hybrid Working & flexi time when working in the office

Qualifications/ Experience Required

  • Chartered Electrical Engineer with associated knowledge of current electrical standards and associated legislation
  • Significant electrical system management experience and achievement.
  • Working knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental legislation, quality and processes.
  • Ability to negotiate and communicate at a Senior Management Team level

There is also the opportunity to add real value to a professional organisation dedicated to the safety of those at sea, and to the protection of our maritime environment.

For further details and an application pack please download an application from our website

CLOSING DATE:
Thursday 15th January 2026
The NLB is an Equal Opportunities employer



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