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Senior Electrical Engineer

House of Commons
£56,180
Full-time
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Senior Electrical Engineer UK Parliament Working at the UK Parliament offers a unique and rewarding career at the heart of the UK's democratic system. With a wide range of roles available, our impartial colleagues enable the day to day running of the House of Commons, House of Lords and Joint Departments. Together, we make Parliament happen. More information on what it's like to work at the House of Commons can be found here: Be at the heart of the House of Commons - UK Parliament Staff Benefits In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including: 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%. Access to training and development. Flexible working. Interest free season ticket loan and bicycle loan. Introduction The Property and Asset Strategy (PAS) team plays a critical role in shaping and managing the long-term future of Parliament's Estate. As part of the Strategic Estates Directorate, the team delivers expert guidance on property and asset management, ensuring that Parliament's buildings are safe, sustainable, and fit for purpose. Our in-house professionals lead on design, engineering, conservation, and building performance, directly supporting both Houses of Parliament and helping to preserve this historic and world-renowned institution. The Role As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be a subject matter expert within the PAS team, leading on the development of electrical engineering strategies across the Parliamentary Estate. You will provide authoritative advice, manage consultants, and shape long-term infrastructure decisions to ensure safe, resilient, and future-ready electrical systems. Your work will contribute to the effective operation of Parliamentary buildings and the strategic planning of services such as lighting, life safety systems, and low-voltage distribution networks. Some of the responsibilities for this role include: Leading feasibility studies and option appraisals for upgrading electrical infrastructure Developing lifecycle strategies and technical standards for electrical systems, lifts, and lighting Providing expert advice on maintenance planning, compliance testing and commissioning methods Supporting delivery of major projects (up to £50M in value), including technical assurance at key stages Acting as an expert witness or escalation point during infrastructure faults or disputes Skills and Experience To be successful in this role you will demonstrate: Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a relevant institution (e.g. IET), and a BEng in Electrical Engineering or similar Strong experience in low-voltage electrical distribution systems and infrastructure in multi-site estates Ability to lead complex technical projects, with experience working both consultancy-side and client-side In-depth knowledge of building services compliance, including BS7671, CDM regulations, and public sector procurement Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across teams and at senior levels Next Steps and Additional Information CV & Questions - To apply for this role, please submit your anonymised CV along with responses to the questions aligned with criteria 2 to 5. Please use the STAR method to structure your answers. More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament More information on the role and the full criteria can be found in the Job Description. Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances. Please ensure that you anonymise your application by removing any identifiable factors from your CV or Supporting Statement. We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications. #LI-Hybrid
Expiry date: 13/06/2025
Senior Electrical Engineer
Company
House of Commons
Salary
£56,180
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Westminster
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