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Head of Engineering

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Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£110k - £120k Annual
Full-Time
PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Building

Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.

Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.

Technical Oversight & Design

Lead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).

Ensure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.

Strategic & Operational Development

Establish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.

Drive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.

Governance & Safety

Oversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.

Support investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Lead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.

Champion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Expertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.

In-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.

Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.

Clear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.

Qualifications

Essential:

Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).

NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

BS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing).

Full UK Driving Licence.

Competencies & Behaviours

Decisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.

Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.

Strong client-facing ability-able to balance commercial and technical needs.

Committed to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.

Fluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.

Experience Required

Minimum 15 years' experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.

Strong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.

Ideally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities

Reference: 225252568

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CV-Library

Head of Engineering

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library

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London, United Kingdom
Other
Immediate Start
£110k - £120k Annual
Full-Time
PSR Solutions are currently recruiting for Head of Engineering role in London. This will be working for a well established contractor within the Rail, M&E and Civils experience.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Building

Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Electrical Engineering team.

Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous development.

Technical Oversight & Design

Lead the design and assurance of complex electrical systems (LV/HV up to 33kV, lighting, CMS, SCADA, UPS, BMS, etc.).

Ensure full compliance with safety standards, industry regulations (including BS 7671 and ATEX), and internal processes.

Strategic & Operational Development

Establish and enhance internal design capability, processes, and tools.

Drive technical input into tenders, business development, and client engagements.

Governance & Safety

Oversee peer reviews, technical audits, and post-project learning.

Support investigations and ensure engineering safety across all project phases.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Lead initiatives around BIM integration, compliance, sustainability, and digital engineering.

Champion CPD, knowledge sharing, and the embedding of best practices.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Expertise across electrical design, process systems, hazardous area compliance, and BIM integration.

In-depth experience in LV/HV systems, protective devices, control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC), and power distribution.

Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of team and capability development.

Clear understanding of CDM, DSEAR, and electrical safety legislation.

Qualifications

Essential:

Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant institution (IET, IMechE, CIBSE).

NEBOSH Construction Certificate.

BS 7671 (18th Edition) & C&G 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing).

Full UK Driving Licence.

Competencies & Behaviours

Decisive, adaptable, and collaborative under pressure.

Excellent communication skills at all organisational levels.

Strong client-facing ability-able to balance commercial and technical needs.

Committed to mentoring, CPD, and national travel when required.

Fluent in English (written and verbal); confident in technical reporting.

Experience Required

Minimum 15 years' experience in infrastructure or heavy industrial projects.

Strong hands-on background as a Design Engineer, Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineer.

Ideally has worked across both contractor and client-side roles, with exposure to Network Rail CRE responsibilities
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Reference: 225252568

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