About the job
The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing engineering projects from inception to completion within an engineering consultancy. This role involves leading engineering design, technical solutions, resource allocation, and ensuring project deliverables meet client expectations, industry standards, and project timelines. The Senior Electrical Engineer will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including clients, contractors, and internal engineers, to provide high-quality solutions on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Leadership: Lead electrical engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with industry regulation
- System Design: Develop electrical systems for pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing facilities, including power distribution, control systems, and automation.
- Compliance & Standards: Ensure designs meet regulatory and safety standards, including ATEX, IEC, and ISO 13849.
- Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients to understand requirements, provide technical expertise, and develop innovative solutions.
- Technical Documentation: Prepare detailed engineering reports, technical drawings, and support the creation of validation documentation (URS, DQ, FAT, SAT, etc.)
- Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for electrical systems in compliance with industry best practices
- Multi-Disciplinary Coordination: Work with mechanical, automation, and process engineers to develop integrated solutions.
- Team Leadership & Mentoring: Guide junior and intermediate engineers, review their work, and provide training on industry standards and best practices
- Vendor & Contractor Management: Oversee supplier selection, review technical specifications, and manage contractor performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on emerging technologies and regulatory changes within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors.
- Deep knowledge of wiring requirements and Atex calculations for Instrumentation loops.
- Report to Engineering Manager
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 10+ years in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years in a senior/lead role within the medical device or pharmaceutical sector.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with GMP, IEC, ISO 13485, ATEX, and NEC standards
- Deep knowledge of IS10101 standards.
- Technical Expertise: Strong experience in power distribution, PLCs, SCADA, BMS, EMS, and automation within regulated industries.
- Software Proficiency: AutoCAD Electrical, ETAP, EPLAN, or similar design tools.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues and implement effective solutions.
- Leadership & Communication: Proven ability to lead teams, mentor junior engineers, and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Certifications: Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving project requirements.
