Electrical Design Engineer
Our client, a leader in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, is currently seeking a Lead Design Engineer. This role is based within the power utilities sector, specifically focused on power distribution and energy transmission and distribution (T&D). The position is permanent and involves working within a major Distribution Network Operator (DNO) framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead multi-disciplinary engineering design projects across HV substation and circuit projects (11kV to 132kV)
- Coordinate and manage internal and external design teams, including electrical, civil, protection, and cable system design disciplines
- Ensure project designs adhere to industry standards and DNO specifications from feasibility through to detailed design
- Collaborate closely with DNO stakeholders, project managers, engineers, and sub-consultants
- Drive technical excellence, design integration, and efficient project delivery
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety in all design and project activities
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (or related discipline)
- Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary design teams on HV infrastructure or substation projects (11kV to 132kV)
- Understanding of DNO design processes, policies, and approval pathways
- Familiarity with relevant design software and tools for electrical engineering
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple designs simultaneously to tight deadlines
- Solution-focused mindset with a track record of delivering technically robust and commercially efficient designs
- Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and technical excellence
Benefits:
- Paying between £60k to £80k
- Vehicle Allowance
- Private Health care
- Flexible working arrangements
- Ongoing personal development and training opportunities
- Open communication, transparency, and inclusiveness within the work environment
- Opportunity to make positive impacts and grow with the company
If you are ready to lead multi-disciplinary engineering design across nationally significant power infrastructure projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team.
