Job Description

Posting Date:

12 Jun 2025

City:

Pontyclun

Location:

Pontyclun, GB, CF72 9AG

Contract Type:

Permanent

Division:

Power Engineering and Renewables

Level of experience:

Senior
RINA is currently recruiting for a

Senior Earthing and Lightning Protection Consultant

to join its office in Pontyclun within the Power Engineering and Renewables Division.

What You'll Do

Design & Simulation: Lead the design of earthing systems and perform lightning protection risk assessments (BSEN 62305). Site Visits: Conduct testing and inspection of protection systems at substations, power stations, and renewable energy sites. Client Engagement: Manage key client relationships, resolve queries, and communicate technical outputs clearly. Report Writing: Deliver detailed technical reports and review junior team members' outputs. Team Leadership: Mentor and support junior engineers and graduates to foster team growth and knowledge sharing.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

Essential: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Desirable: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience

Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience in earthing & lightning protection design, assessments, and field testing.

Skills & Attributes

Proficiency in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and MS Office. Strong understanding of UK standards for electrical infrastructure. Willingness to travel extensively and work onsite (2-4 nights away/week). Demonstrated ability to support and develop junior team members. Collaborative, inquisitive, respectful, and highly accurate in technical work.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more. Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options available) and life assurance. Pension: Matched 6% pension contributions. Family Support: Paid parental leave and additional unpaid leave for military reservists. Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme and employee perks like retail discounts.

Additional Perks

A dynamic role in a respected global consultancy. Access to continuous professional development and external training. Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects. Collaborative and supportive working culture. Flexible working with travel and hands-on engineering exposure. STEM Advocacy: Paid leave for STEM Ambassadors to inspire the next generation of engineers. Recognition and Referrals: A generous recruitment referral bonus. Global Collaboration: Work with world-class professionals across diverse market sectors.

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RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.


At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.