Electrical Engineer – Renewable Energy (Scotland/Yorkshire/Remote)

About the role

Join a fast‑growing renewable energy developer as an Electrical Engineer, working on battery energy storage system (BESS) and other renewable projects across the UK. You will be involved from concept through to delivery, helping to accelerate the transition to net‑zero.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical input on early‑stage projects, including feasibility studies, capacity optimisation and layout design.
• Drive grid‑connection applications and negotiate with DNOs and National Grid.
• Review and challenge connection offers, technical specifications and compliance with G99/G100 and the Grid Code.
• Develop high‑level designs such as single‑line diagrams, protection schemes and earthing systems.
• Identify risks, constraints and opportunities that affect project value.
• Manage consultants, OEMs and EPC contractors to ensure technical and commercial alignment.
• Support due‑diligence, tender preparation and supplier selection.

Required profile

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in UK renewables, power or energy infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of LV, MV and HV systems and grid‑connection processes.
• Confidence reviewing technical designs and influencing key decisions.
• Commercial awareness and solid engineering judgement.

Required skills

• LV/MV/HV system knowledge
• Grid‑connection expertise
• G99 and G100 compliance
• Grid Code familiarity
• Single‑Line Diagram (SLD) creation
• Protection design
• Earthing design

What we offer

• High‑impact renewable projects at scale.
• Opportunity to influence projects from day one.
• Collaboration with industry experts in a dynamic team.
• Hybrid working model based in Edinburgh or Yorkshire with home‑working flexibility.