Senior Electrical Engineer

Contract Opportunity

Senior Electrical Engineer - Defence Infrastructure (SC Cleared)

Corsham or Oakhanger (Hybrid - typically 2 days/week onsite)

-7187 per hour (Umbrella, inside IR35)

24-week contract

Must be eligible for SC Security Clearance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Electrical Engineer to play a key role in the ongoing transformation of a major UK defence communications network.

You''ll be supporting critical infrastructure projects related to the UK MOD''s satellite network, contributing to modernisation and improved reliability of key ground-based systems. This is a fast-paced, high-impact role that will see you working on everything from switchgear upgrades to lightning protection systems within secure, mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver electrical infrastructure solutions across secure facilities.
• Review and specify systems involving switchgear, transformers, cabling, and circuit protection.
• Provide expert input on compliance with BS7671 (18th Edition) and UK safety legislation.
• Advise on best practices for EMI reduction, lightning protection, and power distribution.
• Guide design and delivery teams, ensuring solutions are both compliant and practical.

What We''re Looking For:

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in electrical design within industrial or commercial environments.
• Understanding of EMI reduction, earthing techniques, and lightning protection.
• Familiarity with CDM regulations and UK construction health and safety legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead, collaborate, and influence.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards).
• Knowledge of RIBA stages, BIM modelling, and tools like AutoCAD, SketchUp, Visio.
• Background in telecoms, datacentre, satellite or defence command/control infrastructure.

If you''re an experienced Electrical Engineer looking to make a meaningful contribution to a secure and vital programme, we''d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for more details.