Senior Electrical Engineer
Location: Darlington, Co Durham
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Closing Date: May 1st, 2025
Ref: 1532883
Are you a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for the opportunity to lead innovative design projects in the oil and gas, and petrochemical industries?
We are exclusively recruiting for a permanent Senior Electrical Engineer on behalf of Whessoe Engineering Ltd, a world-renowned leader in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services. With over 200 years of industry excellence, Whessoe is based in Darlington and is part of the Samsung C&T family, working on large-scale, high-profile projects worldwide.
Why join Whessoe? Whessoe is an engineering firm with a strong reputation for innovation and technical excellence. Their expertise in hydrocarbon, petrochemical, and energy industries makes them a trusted partner for complex engineering projects worldwide. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to career development.
- Flexible working: choose between a 40 or 37-hour workweek, adjusting your hours around core office times (Mon-Thurs: 10am-3pm, Fri: 9am-1pm) to suit your lifestyle
- Hybrid working: after a familiarisation period, employees can work two days per week from home, with further flexibility available based on individual circumstances
- Career development: work on cutting-edge electrical engineering projects, leading the design and implementation of electrical systems across multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong company benefits including 25 days holiday (rising to 28), a holiday purchase scheme, 10% employer pension contributions, free secure parking, life insurance (4x salary), and access to wellbeing initiatives such as regular yoga classes
The role – lead electrical engineering excellence across complex projects As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will lead electrical design projects, supervise engineers, and oversee the technical delivery of electrical engineering solutions. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions.
Key responsibilities: - Lead and mentor electrical engineers and designers, ensuring high-quality project execution
- Oversee the development and selection of electrical systems and control/distribution schemes
- Ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget
- Prepare, review, and maintain electrical engineering design documentation
- Evaluate vendor documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications
- Manage electrical work within Project Management Consultancy (PMC) projects
- Support bid development by preparing man-hour and material estimates
- Conduct engineering analysis, design specification, and procedural work to support high-quality project outcomes
What we’re looking for: - Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Extensive experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industries
- Proficiency in electrical design software (PTW, Trimble, DIALux, StrikeRisk)
- Strong knowledge of industry codes, standards, and best practices
- Experience working with overseas clients and external design houses
- Proven track record as a Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer, demonstrating technical leadership and problem-solving skills
This is a fantastic chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that offers flexibility, career growth, and an engaging team environment.
If you're a Senior Electrical Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.
