Chief Electrical Engineer
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £65 to £75 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 January 2026 |
| Location: | Manchester, North West, M22 |
| Company: | Millbank Holdings Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 58648908 |
Summary
Can you provide examples of projects where you have acted as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE), and explain how you ensured compliance with technical assurance requirements?
How have you applied your knowledge of UK legislation and standards to manage risk and ensure safe delivery in complex engineering projects?
The Opportunity
The Chief Electrical Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting major gas transmission projects within the energy sector. Operating primarily on a remote basis, with occasional ad-hoc visits to the Manchester office. You will ensure that all design packs meet rigorous technical and legislative standards.
Your duties and responsibilities will be
- Provide bid support across project risk, programme, and enquiry/bid evaluations.
- Deliver technical support and assurance for design packs (DCAAR).
- Ensure compliance with UK legislation, standards, and sector-specific requirements.
- Contribute to technical assurance and risk management activities.
- Engagewith stakeholders to support project delivery and maintain customer focus.
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
- Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a recognised professional body.
It’s great if you also have the following
- Extensive knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements in energy transmission projects.
- Proven experience performing the role of Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE).
- Previous experience of engineering experience in energy or related sectors.
- Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards, and HSE requirements.
- Demonstrated ability in risk identification, quantification, and management
The setting for the role
- Highly motivated and proactive.
- Strong communication skills with confidence in stakeholder engagement.
- Safety and risk management mindset at the forefront of decision-making.
- Customer-focused approach to engineering delivery.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
How have you applied your knowledge of UK legislation and standards to manage risk and ensure safe delivery in complex engineering projects?
The Opportunity
The Chief Electrical Engineer will play a pivotal role in supporting major gas transmission projects within the energy sector. Operating primarily on a remote basis, with occasional ad-hoc visits to the Manchester office. You will ensure that all design packs meet rigorous technical and legislative standards.
Your duties and responsibilities will be
- Provide bid support across project risk, programme, and enquiry/bid evaluations.
- Deliver technical support and assurance for design packs (DCAAR).
- Ensure compliance with UK legislation, standards, and sector-specific requirements.
- Contribute to technical assurance and risk management activities.
- Engagewith stakeholders to support project delivery and maintain customer focus.
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
- Degree in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status with a recognised professional body.
It’s great if you also have the following
- Extensive knowledge of design working practices and installation requirements in energy transmission projects.
- Proven experience performing the role of Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE).
- Previous experience of engineering experience in energy or related sectors.
- Strong understanding of UK legislation, standards, and HSE requirements.
- Demonstrated ability in risk identification, quantification, and management
The setting for the role
- Highly motivated and proactive.
- Strong communication skills with confidence in stakeholder engagement.
- Safety and risk management mindset at the forefront of decision-making.
- Customer-focused approach to engineering delivery.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
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