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Electrical Construction Engineer

Job Posted: 7 days ago

Salary: £ 450 - 500 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: Reading, Berkshire

Expire in: 20 days

Job Description

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

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