FCDO SERVICES
Senior Electrical Engineer
Reference number: 468229
Salary: £60,739 plus a location allowance of £1,750 and excellent benefits
Contract type: Permanent – Full-time
Location: Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with regular overseas travel
Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park
We offer the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need
At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.
Designing engineering solutions. Earthquake-proofing embassies. Managing construction contracts in challenging locations. Just a few examples of the incredible work our Engineering team does. They’re the people who plan, design, and deliver innovation across all corners of the globe. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.
Bringing energy to embassies.
Designing systems that protect.
Realising the power of your skills.
It all matters.
Lead a range of electrical projects in iconic and unique buildings
With frequent overseas travel, sometimes at short notice, this role is an opportunity to experience the engineering industry in a variety of cultures. Locations range from European sites to the South Pacific, and environments such as Mogadishu, Baghdad or Kyiv. You’ll work on some unique and iconic buildings too – each location and project enhancing your experience in new and fascinating ways.
From project inception and design to on-site supervision and completion, you’ll lead on mechanical and electrical projects ranging from £10k up to £10m in value whilst engaging with a variety of customers and stakeholders – including Ambassadors and FCDO security advisors. Reacting to the changing needs and events that can impact on overseas estates, you’ll lead multi-disciplinary teams to ensure that every project stays on track and meets the brief. Continually developing your own skills, whilst driving ongoing improvement in CDM, design processes, FCDO Services installation standards, technical assurance and accreditation.
Extend your engineering and design skills helping to defend the UK’s global interests
With a Professional Electrical Engineering qualification, you should be a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer registered with the Engineering Council and a member of a professional Engineering body. Knowledge of current Health and Safety legislation in a M&E environment is essential, as is your ability to use design software like Amtech and AutoCAD/REVIT.
Bringing post-qualification experience and a proven track record in leading design and construction teams, you’ll also have strong stakeholder management skills. You’re confident engaging with customers, sponsors and overseas construction consultants to capture and develop project requirements. Project and budget management skills are also key to this role.
Take your career further with full support
Working with us you’ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It’s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, good holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It’s a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.
Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk
Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/
To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk
Closing date: Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 19th July 2026
It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world
The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.
Pay: £60,739.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milton Keynes MK19 7BH
