EETEllesmere Port, Cheshire, UK

Electrical Engineer

Project-Based

Description

Electrical Engineer

Location: Stanlow Manufacturing Complex, Ellesmere Port

Employment Type: Full Time (Site Based)

  • Competitive Salary
  • 10% Company Contribution Pension rising to 15% with service
  • 25 days Holiday, increasing with service
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Additional Flex Benefits- including Holiday Purchase
  • Access to Employee Assistance Programme with Exclusive access to a range of Discounts
  • Free Secure On-Site Car Parking

About the Company

EET (Essar Energy Transition) plays a major role in supplying the Northwest and the wider UK with essential fuels. We produce over 16% of the UK’s road fuels, supply key feedstocks to the petrochemical industry, and are investing heavily in low-carbon energy solutions.

We work with major retail fuel brands, supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading airlines, and regional transport operators. We are also a key partner in the HyNet project, helping to deliver the region’s low-carbon future.

With over 900 skilled colleagues, we offer a strong safety culture, technically challenging work, and some of the best training in the energy sector.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our Project Assurance Team. In this role, you will provide technical assurance for HV and LV electrical aspects of CapEx projects of varying scale across a Top Tier COMAH site. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, design teams both in the UK and overseas, and with a variety of EPC contractors to ensure that all electrical engineering deliverables are fully compliant with statutory requirements, industry standards, and technical specifications, while safely and efficiently supporting project delivery from concept through to commissioning.

Key focus areas include:

  • Define early-stage assessments
  • Ensure that engineering contractors and OEMs deliver compliant, robust electrical designs
  • Review and validate electrical design deliverables
  • Provide technical oversight during construction and installation
  • Support project risk and hazard studies
  • Act as a senior electrical authority
  • Mentor and support less-experienced engineers
  • Maintain and enhance electrical knowledge management systems

About You

Our ideal candidate is experienced Electrical Engineer with strong technical competence in HV and LV systems within a large industrial complex, preferably a COMAH site. You are confident working across complex electrical equipment, with the ability to diagnose issues, implement improvements and support critical decision-making.

You will bring:

  • A BSc or MSc degree in Electrical Engineering; chartered or working towards preferred
  • Significant hands-on experience with HV/LV systems, rotating equipment and commissioning,
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety, hazardous areas, and regulatory requirements in heavy industry
  • Competence equal to an Authorised Electrical Person or AEP (as a minimum) at a large industrial complex, preferably a COMAH site.
  • Ability to analyse asset performance data and develop engineering solutions
  • Clear communication skills and confidence working individually and within multi-discipline teams
  • A proactive, resilient approach with commitment to continuous professional development

Closing Date

Applications for this position will close on 9th April 2026. We encourage early applications, as we may begin reviewing candidates and scheduling interviews before the closing date.

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