Job Role Sponsorship Guide
Electrical Engineer: UK Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Eligible for Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Eligible under Skilled Worker route at the £38,700 general threshold or SOC 2123 going rate.
What you must verify for this role
Confirm the employer holds a current Worker licence — energy sector licences are commonly in A or B rating
SOC 2123 covers electrical engineering broadly — verify the code matches your job description
Salary must meet the SOC 2123 going rate, which may exceed the £38,700 floor
Beware of contractors claiming to sponsor — only the direct employer can issue a CoS
Where this role is commonly sponsored
Energy sector sponsorship is legitimate but contractor fraud exists. Always verify the direct employer.
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