Electrical Engineering Recruitment & Technical Staffing Solutions
Bernoullis is one of the UK’s specialist electrical recruitment agencies, providing electrical engineering recruitment for utilities, manufacturers, contractors and technology companies. We find power, controls, automation and electronics engineers who have worked on systems like yours, and present only the two or three who genuinely fit.
How We Differ From Other Electrical Recruitment Agencies
From the high-voltage networks that keep the grid running to the circuits inside avionics and medical devices, electrical engineering touches every part of modern industry. Whether you manage power distribution or develop new electronics, you need engineers who understand both the safety rules and the technology.
Specialist Electrical Engineering Talent Acquisition
At Bernoullis, we do not operate as generalist tech or construction recruiters. Founded by engineers with decades of direct experience in heavily audited, high-consequence environments, we understand the distinct mathematical and structural realities of electrical and electronic systems. We partner with Tier 1 utility contractors, power networks, aerospace manufacturers, and product design consultancies to secure the upper tier of electrical talent.
Electrical Engineering Recruitment Specialists
Are you looking to secure a Senior Authorized Person (SAP) for an onshore wind development, hire a contract Altium expert to clear a PCB prototype backlog, or source a chartered C&I engineer for a chemical facility? Partner with a recruitment team that speaks your exact technical language. Fill out our specialized form below to register your requirement, and a consultant from our Electrical Infrastructure division will contact you within 24 hours for an expert technical briefing.
Electrical & Electronic Engineering Roles We Recruit
From graduate electrical engineers to chief engineers, our electrical engineering recruitment covers permanent, contract and temporary roles in power, energy, rail, manufacturing, defence and electronics. Every role is briefed by a consultant who understands the discipline, so candidates hear an accurate description of the systems, tools and team before they apply. It is electrical engineering recruitment led by people who have done the job.
HV & Power Systems Engineers
High-voltage, protection and power systems engineers for networks, substations and generation assets.
Electronics Engineers
Analogue, digital, PCB and embedded hardware engineers for product and defence electronics.
Controls & Automation Engineers
PLC, SCADA and DCS engineers who design, program and commission control systems.
Electrical Design Engineers
Design engineers producing schematics, cable calculations and panel designs to recognised standards.
Renewables & Grid Engineers
Grid connection, solar, wind and battery storage engineers for the energy transition.
Rail Electrification & Systems
Traction power, signalling and rail systems engineers for major transport programmes.
Test & Commissioning Engineers
Engineers who test, commission and hand over electrical systems safely and on time.
Lead & Chief Engineers
Senior technical leads who own design authority, safety and sign-off.
The Qualifications & Accreditations We Vet For
In electrical engineering recruitment, safety-critical credentials matter. We check critical safety codes knowledge, professional registration and institution membership before any candidate reaches your shortlist. That protects you from costly mis-hires and gives successful candidates credibility with clients, regulators and duty holders.
Critical Safety Codes
- BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations): We verify that our low-voltage designers and installation managers are fully certified to the latest amendment standards.
- High Voltage (HV) Authorizations: Sourcing professionals holding valid Senior Authorized Person (SAP) or Authorized Person (AP) statuses for operating systems up to 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV+.
- Functional Safety (IEC 61508 / IEC 61511): Vital for control and instrumentation (C&I) specialists managing Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) within hazardous chemical or nuclear zones.
Professional Registrations
- CEng MIET (Chartered Electrical Engineer): Registered through the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Engineering Council. These are peer-reviewed professionals verified to oversee massive power budgets, handle highly complex grid safety configurations, and lead multi-disciplinary design teams.
- IEng MIET (Incorporated Electrical Engineer): Practical engineering experts who specialize in maximizing operational efficiency, managing system installations, and troubleshooting complex equipment networks.
- EngTech (Engineering Technician): Hands-on technical personnel crucial for onsite electrical assembly, testing, panel building, and field maintenance.
Professional Institutes
- The IET (Institution of Engineering and Technology): The premier professional home for electrical, electronic, and systems engineering in the UK, anchoring our core talent network.
- InstMC (Institute of Measurement and Control): Our primary networking hub for highly specialized Control & Instrumentation (C&I) engineers and automation professionals.
- IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers): The global authority for electro-technology, allowing us to connect with advanced hardware, semiconductor, and RF (Radio Frequency) design innovators.
Electrical Engineering Jobs UK: Why Great Engineers Are Hard to Find
Electrification is reshaping the UK economy. Grid upgrades, renewables, rail electrification, data centres and electric vehicles all need experienced electrical and controls engineers – and many projects are competing for the same people.
Many of the best engineers are not browsing electrical engineering jobs in the UK. They are busy commissioning systems and only move for the right opportunity. As an electrical engineering recruitment agency with engineering roots, we reach them through professional institutes and personal networks, and we can talk credibly about the technical work.
For clients, that means fewer, better CVs and less time spent interviewing the wrong people. For engineers, it means honest advice about roles, projects and career progression.
Whether you are building a controls team, staffing a substation programme or hiring your first electronics designer, a clear brief and a fast, respectful process will help you stand out to the engineers you most want to hire.
Why clients choose us for electrical hires
- Consultants with real engineering backgrounds
- Credentials checked against IET and Engineering Council routes
- Shortlists of two or three, not piles of CVs
- Permanent, contract and temporary electrical engineering recruitment
- Free site visit to understand your systems
- Controls engineer recruitment backed by technical checks
- An electrical engineering recruitment agency that speaks your language
- Fixed-fee and subscription pricing options
Renewables & grid
Grid connection, offshore wind and battery storage engineers for the energy transition. Our electrical engineering recruitment covers design, delivery and operations.
Rail systems
Traction power, electrification and rail systems engineers for major UK transport programmes and their specialist supply chains.
Power & nuclear
Power systems, protection and control engineers for generation sites, where safety culture and experience really matter.
Permanent, Contract & Temporary Electrical & Electronic Engineering Recruitment
Every electrical engineering team hires differently. We support all three routes, and many clients use more than one as their projects change.
Permanent electrical hires
Long-term engineers who will grow with your business. We assess technical depth, career goals and cultural fit, then present a focused shortlist of two or three vetted candidates.
Contract & interim
Specialist electrical contractors for projects, peaks and hard-to-fill skills. Every contract role is assessed against the UK off-payroll (IR35) rules before anyone starts.
Temporary cover
Short-term electrical engineering cover for leave, shutdowns and urgent workloads, drawn from our network of pre-vetted engineers who can start quickly.
How to Hire an Electrical Engineer: A Practical Guide
Start with the system, not the job title. An electrical engineer designing low-voltage building services needs very different skills from one working on high-voltage protection or embedded electronics. Write down the voltage levels, the key software, the standards and whether the role is office, factory or site based.
Next, decide which credentials really matter. For design authority roles, chartership with the IET may be essential; for site roles, authorisations, 18th Edition knowledge and safety training often count for more. Being clear here stops good candidates being screened out for the wrong reasons.
Then think about timing. Controls engineer recruitment and electronics engineering recruitment are especially competitive, and strong engineers rarely stay on the market for long. Keep interview stages tight, give fast feedback and be ready to move.
Finally, choose how you want to pay for electrical engineering recruitment. A single placement suits occasional hires, while a fixed fee or monthly subscription usually works out cheaper if you are building a whole team.
Skills we assess
- Power systems studies, protection and earthing
- PLC, SCADA and DCS platforms such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley or ABB
- PCB design, embedded hardware and EMC
- Knowledge of BS 7671, IEC and relevant safety standards
- Authorised person and safe systems of work experience
- Test, commissioning and handover documentation
- Progress towards CEng, IEng or EngTech registration
Electrical Engineering Jobs UK: Build Your Career With Us
Whether you are a graduate looking for your first design role or a chartered engineer ready to lead major programmes, we match electrical and electronics engineers with employers who will invest in their development. Because we understand the work, we can explain exactly what a role involves – the systems, the team, the tools and the route to professional registration – before you apply.
Searching for electrical engineering jobs in the UK? Tell us what you want next and our electrical engineering recruitment team will do the searching for you. We never send your CV to an employer without your permission, and we give honest feedback at every stage.
Graduate & early career
Design, controls and electronics roles with structured training that supports progress towards EngTech, IEng or CEng with the IET.
Experienced engineers
Step up to senior, lead or specialist roles with employers who value your technical depth and commissioning record.
Chartered & leadership
Chief engineer, design authority and engineering manager roles where you set standards, lead teams and own safety.
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How Our Electrical Engineering Recruitment Works
Technical briefing
We meet the hiring manager online or on site to understand the electrical work, the team, the site conditions and the environment – free of charge and with no obligation to proceed.
Targeted search
We approach passive electrical engineers through our own network and professional institutes, alongside active candidates, and sell your opportunity honestly.
Technical vetting
Engineering-trained consultants check qualifications, registrations, safety records and hands-on project experience before you see a single CV.
Shortlist & aftercare
You meet two or three vetted engineers. We manage the offer and onboarding, then check in at 30, 60 and 90 days after they start.
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What Bernoullis Is Built On
At our organisation, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity within the workplace, ensuring that every member of our team exemplifies these principles. We accept full accountability for our actions, demonstrate ownership in our responsibilities, and prioritise safety in all our endeavours, acknowledging its vital role in our success. These core values not only guide us in providing exceptional service to our clients but also contribute significantly to fostering and nurturing enduring relationships with our clients and partners. Our adherence to these principles shapes our organisational culture and propels us to continuously enhance and innovate across all facets of our business.
Engineering Specialists. We Solve Your Equations.
Having spent more than 20 years embedded within the planet’s most advanced engineering sectors, we don’t just recruit for your industry – we truly understand it.
We Offer a Free of Charge Online Session & Site Visit
At Bernoullis we truly believe meeting the hiring manager, experiencing the workplace, meeting other team members and getting a feel for the work environment gives us all we need to find the perfect candidate.
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Electrical Engineering Recruitment: Your Questions Answered
What does an electrical engineering recruitment agency do?
An electrical engineering recruitment agency finds, screens and introduces electrical and electronics engineers to employers. At Bernoullis our consultants have engineering backgrounds, so we check technical ability and credentials before you see a CV.
Which electrical engineering roles do you recruit for?
We recruit HV and power systems, electronics, controls and automation, electrical design, renewables, rail systems, and test and commissioning engineers, plus lead engineers, for permanent, contract and temporary roles.
Do you offer electronics engineering recruitment?
Yes. Electronics engineering recruitment covers analogue, digital, PCB and embedded hardware engineers for products, defence and industrial systems.
Do you provide controls engineer recruitment?
Yes. Controls engineer recruitment is one of our most requested services, covering PLC, SCADA and DCS engineers for manufacturing, utilities and infrastructure.
Do you check professional registration such as CEng or IEng?
Yes. We verify academic accreditation, Engineering Council registration and IET membership where the role requires it, as well as relevant safety authorisations.
I am looking for electrical engineering jobs in the UK. Can you help?
Yes. Browse our latest vacancies or submit your CV, and we will contact you when a suitable electrical role comes up.
How much does electrical engineering recruitment cost?
You can choose a traditional placement fee, a fixed fee or a monthly Recruitment as a Service subscription. See our pricing or try our recruitment tools.
How long does it take to hire an electrical engineer?
It depends on seniority, location and how specialist the role is. Because we start with our own network of electrical engineers, we can often share a shortlist sooner than a new job advert would produce.
Do you recruit graduate electrical engineers?
Yes. We recruit graduates and apprentices as well as experienced engineers, and we can advise on early-career roles that support professional registration.
Do you supply contract electrical engineers?
Yes. We supply IR35-assessed contract and interim electrical and controls engineers for projects, commissioning windows and peak workloads.
Can you recruit electrical engineers across the UK?
Yes. Our office is in East Sussex, but we recruit electrical engineers for employers across the UK and can meet online or at your site.
What makes a good electrical engineering CV?
Clear project examples, voltage levels and systems you have worked on, the software and standards you used, and your progress towards professional registration. We give honest feedback on your CV before we put you forward.
Can you help us build a whole electrical team?
Yes. Many clients use our monthly Recruitment as a Service subscription to hire several engineers in a year, with predictable costs and dedicated support.
Do you visit our site before recruiting?
Yes, free of charge. Seeing your systems, sites and team helps us describe the role accurately and find electrical engineers who will genuinely fit.
What information do you need to start a search?
A job title, the systems and voltage levels involved, the location and working pattern, key software and credentials, and a salary or day-rate range. We will help you shape the rest during a free consultation.
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