Electrical Engineer - Project Development - Renewable Energy

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Electrical Engineer - Renewable Energy (Edinburgh / Hybrid)

Join a fast-growing renewable energy developer and play a hands-on role delivering cutting-edge projects across the UK. This is your chance to shape projects from concept to delivery and accelerate the transition to net-zero.

What you'll do

• Lead electrical input on early-stage projects: feasibility, capacity optimisation, layouts
• Drive grid connection applications and negotiations with DNOs & National Grid
• Review and challenge connection offers, technical specs, and compliance (G99/G100, Grid Code)
• Develop high-level designs (SLDs, protection, earthing) and define employer's requirements
• Identify risks, constraints, and opportunities that impact project value
• Manage consultants, OEMs, and EPCs-ensuring technical and commercial alignment
• Support due diligence, tenders, and supplier selection

What you'll bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related)
• Experience in UK renewables, power or energy infrastructure
• Strong LV/MV/HV knowledge and grid connection expertise
• Confidence reviewing technical designs and influencing key decisions
• Commercial awareness with solid engineering judgement

Why join?

• Work on high-impact renewable projects at scale
• Influence projects from day one
• Collaborate with industry experts in a dynamic, forward-thinking team
• Based in Edinburgh with flexible working (including some travel to UK-wide sites)
• Real career growth in a booming sector

If you're an Electrical Engineer ready to take ownership and help power the future, we'd love to hear from you.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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