Electrical Construction Engineer

Electrical Construction Engineer – AWE

Location: AWE Burghfield (site-based)
Rate: £450-£500/day (Umbrella PAYE, Inside IR35 – all-in)
Duration: Until end of September 2026
Start: ASAP
Clearance: SC preferred (must be eligible to obtain)

We are recruiting an experienced Electrical Construction Engineer to support works at AWE. This is a heavy install / construction-focused role, suited to someone with a strong hands-on electrical background who has progressed into site engineering or delivery roles.

Role Overview

• Delivery of electrical installation works on a major, high-security site
• Oversight of LV / HV systems, installation, and integration
• Support commissioning, testing, and system handover
• Coordinate contractors and ensure compliance with site standards
• Drive safe, efficient delivery in a highly regulated (nuclear/defence) environment

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in electrical construction / site engineering on large-scale projects
• Strong LV / HV installation background (heavy install focus)
• Ideally from a time-served electrician background
• Valid CSCS card (mandatory)
• Experience in nuclear, defence, or other high-hazard environments
• SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)

Electrical Qualifications & Tickets

• City & Guilds 2360 / 2330 / NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation (or equivalent)
• City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing (highly desirable)
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• ECS / JIB Gold Card (desirable)

Additional (Desirable)

• SMSTS / SSSTS / IOSH / NEBOSH
• HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Previous experience on secure or regulated sites

Additional Info

• Full-time, site-based role (Mon-Fri)
• Optional weekend work available
• Immediate start required

If you have a strong electrical install background, hold a CSCS card, and bring experience from nuclear or high-security environments, apply now.