Junior Electrical Engineer
16 hours ago
Newcastle upon Tyne
Junior Electrical Engineer - Site Based About the Role We are looking for a Junior Electrical Engineer to support the Asset Operations team in the construction assurance, operations, and maintenance of our high- and low-voltage networks. This is a hands-on, multifunction role, offering the chance to gain valuable experience in network delivery, inspections, and maintenance. Key Responsibilities • Ensure networks are constructed to approved design standards and comply with legislation, • Compile and manage nonconformity audit reports, coordinating remedial actions with Project Delivery Teams, • Maintain knowledge of legislation relevant to the design, ownership, and operation of HV/EHV networks, • Support statutory ESQCR inspections and network compliance across high- and extra-high-voltage assets, • Conduct non-intrusive inspections including thermographic surveys, RFI checks, oil sampling, and substation condition monitoring, • Support intrusive maintenance programmes during outage periods, • Act as a first responder during fault conditions, • Complete non-outage defects and remedial actions as required, • Represent the business on-site and at customer locations, upholding company values About You • Familiar with legislation relating to utility assets, site H&S, and environmental requirements, • Some knowledge or experience in electrical distribution or similar industries, with focus on site operations and safety, • Ability to achieve and maintain authorisation under Distribution Safety Rules (DSR), minimum Competent Person, • Ability to interpret plans, drawings, and design documentation, • Strong communicator capable of influencing operational staff while maintaining customer relationships, • Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and progress towards Senior Authorised Person status, • Familiarity with Safe Systems of Work including Point of Work Risk Assessments Permanent | Travel to Sites as Required Salary: £32,000 Why This Role This is a hands-on operational position offering career progression, technical development, and exposure to multiple aspects of network construction, maintenance, and compliance. Ideal for candidates looking to develop a career in high-voltage operations and progress through the Substation Craftsperson to Senior Authorised Person pathway. VIQU Energy Get in touch with VIQU Energy for a private discussion about this role. You can also contact Jordan Hyde directly through our website. Have someone in mind for this role? We offer rewards of up to £1,000 for successful introductions (T&Cs apply). To stay updated on the latest industry opportunities, follow @VIQU Energy on LinkedIn. Junior Electrical Engineer - Site Based