Principal Electrical Engineer

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 10% company pension contribution 
• 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible benefits, including the option to buy extra holiday
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a wide range of discounts
• Free, secure on‑site parking

About the Company

EET (Essar Energy Transition) plays a major role in supplying the North West and the wider UK with essential fuels. We produce over 16% of the UK’s road fuels, supply key feedstocks to the petrochemical industry, and are investing heavily in low‑carbon energy solutions. 

We work with major retail fuel brands, supermarkets, Manchester Airport, leading airlines, and regional transport operators. We are also a key partner in the HyNet project, helping to deliver the region’s low‑carbon future.

 With over 900 skilled colleagues, we offer a strong safety culture, technically challenging work, and some of the best training in the energy sector.

Learn more at www.eetfuels.com

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering Essar’s energy transition projects. This is a critical position where you will provide technical assurance and act as the subject matter expert in your engineering discipline. You will ensure projects comply with UK legislation and Essar Energy Transition standards, while driving safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.

As Principal Electrical Engineer, you will lead engineering assurance activities across a portfolio of high-value projects, guiding teams through design, implementation, and commissioning phases. You will also influence strategic decisions, mentor engineers, and champion best practices in safety and compliance.

What You’ll Do

• Provide technical assurance and specialist engineering support across major projects.
• Approve key project documents including feasibility studies, FEED reports, and execution plans.
• Participate in critical reviews such as HAZOP, constructability assessments, and risk evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, including COMAH regulations.
• Drive process improvements, cost efficiencies, and promote innovative technologies.
• Support digitalisation initiatives and implement fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external contractors to achieve flawless project execution.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree and master’s in electrical engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status.
• Extensive experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of UK legislation, safety standards, and COMAH regulations.
• Proven track record of leading complex, high-value technical projects.
• Authorised site signatory within the Oil & Gas / refinery industry.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.

Skills and Attributes

• Ability to inspire and guide teams, set clear direction, and create a results-driven culture.
• Skilled at making timely, informed decisions under pressure.
• Strong analytical skills to identify issues and deliver practical solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively across multi-disciplinary teams and external partners.
• Deep understanding of engineering technologies and standards, with the ability to operate as both a specialist and generalist.
• Commitment to driving efficiency, innovation, and best practices.
• High level of safety awareness and ability to embed safety culture within teams.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing project requirements.

Closing Date

Applications will close 14th February 2026