Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant

Why RINA?

The Role

As a Power Earthing & Lightning Consultant at RINA Tech UK Limited, you will play a pivotal role in supporting engineering teams by designing and analysing energy systems that adhere to highest standards of safety, efficiency, and compliance. Your work will be integral to ensuring projects are delivered within defined parameters of quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Accountabilities

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting senior engineers with the development of detailed engineering plans, including calculations, blueprints, and structural diagrams. You will provide critical oversight and hands-on support for various elements of engineering projects, which includes conducting onsite visits to gather precise measurements and assess field conditions.

You will facilitate the smooth progress of engineering activities by coordinating the submission of permits, collating necessary documentation for regulatory compliance, and ensuring all communication channels between engineering and construction teams remain clear and effective.

Under guidance, you will help develop and maintain project schedules, monitor deliverable timelines, and prepare technical reports and project documentation that comprehensively reflect project status. Your contributions will include preparing progress updates and delivering presentations to both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Adherence to and promotion of the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) will be a key focus throughout your duties, ensuring that all project deliverables meet the established standards of quality and compliance. You will also be expected to actively contribute to continuous improvement efforts in the QMS as relevant to your responsibilities.

In addition, you will act as a key point of contact by responding to contractor queries on behalf of supervising engineers, thereby fostering collaborative relationships and ensuring project objectives are met effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline, demonstrating a foundational understanding of core engineering principles of Earthing & Lightning protection.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply scientific methodologies and critical thinking in real-world project scenarios.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate within multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and adhere to project schedules while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.
• Proactive and resourceful mindset with a commitment to personal and professional growth, aligned with industry best practices and organisational values.
• Willingness to undertake travel commitments as required (25%–50%) to support onsite activities and client engagements.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory compliance frameworks related to engineering projects is advantageous.

Eligibility

• Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and willing to commute or relocate to Pontyclun, Wales.

Benefits

In addition to the below, you will become part of our growing global team, you will find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients in a global market.

• 25 days leave (plus bank holidays)
• Option to buy more holiday
• Up to 12 days smart working per month (post probation period)
• Support of Military Reservists – 10 additional paid days
• Healthcare cover (Family can be added at an additional cost)
• Matched 6% pension
• Life Assurance
• Professional development to become chartered
• Pay for professional membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee perks – retail discounts
• Generous recruitment referral bonus
• 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
• Season ticket loan