Senior Design Engineer

Are you an HV Cable Design Engineer looking for your next challenge? My Client is seeking talented professionals at all levels of experience to join their expanding UK Cables Design Engineering team within Transmission & Distribution. These roles are integral to ongoing growth and are not tied to a single project. Whether you’re just starting your career or you have years of experience, My Client wants you to be a part of their dynamic and innovative team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support underground HV cable construction projects. You could be based in one of their UK offices or take advantage of a hybrid working option, depending on your expertise and project requirements. While candidates may be based in any UK office, those open to working in the Crawley or Glasgow areas will be given preference.

My Client is a leading provider of engineering and construction services in the UK transmission and distribution sector, committed to driving progress toward the UK’s net-zero targets by 2050. With a strong pipeline of projects, they offer an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of underground HV cable systems, supporting the UK’s 2030 energy objectives, Great British Energy’s mission, and the crucial transition to a sustainable future.

What’s in It for You?

– Exciting Projects: Contribute to meaningful and challenging projects for industry leaders across emerging energy sectors.

– Flexible Working: Enjoy a work-life balance that meets client, team, and personal needs with hybrid and remote working options where applicable.

– Diversity and Inclusion: Join a company committed to fostering diversity and inclusion across all levels of the business.

– Competitive Salary: Benefit from a competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure alignment with market standards.

– Flexible Benefits Package: Includes 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays), a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, and life insurance equivalent to 4x base salary – all adaptable to suit your lifestyle.

– Professional Development: Receive tailored development plans to meet your individual career goals and aspirations.

– Global Network: Collaborate with experts worldwide, shaping the standards of the engineering profession.

What Will You Do?

Reporting to the Cables Lead Engineer, you will produce underground cable system (UGC) design studies to support construction and consultancy projects. Responsibilities may include:

– Preparing Cable System Design Summary reports, Cable Rating reports, Cable Bonding schemes, and Induced Voltage calculations.

– Conducting Cable Forces and Cable Sizing calculations for various installation and operational scenarios.

– Designing Cable Pulling plans, performing calculations, and reviewing installation drawings.

– Selecting materials and accessories, producing the Bill of Quantities for projects and tenders.

– Coordinating with suppliers, reviewing product designs and type test certificates, and providing technical support to the procurement team.

– Collaborating with other teams (such as OHL, Substations, and Protection) and various project stakeholders.

– Supporting the Operations team during the construction period.

Essential Requirements:

– A minimum of ISCED level 4 (post-secondary non-tertiary) HNC in a STEM subject, preferably with an Electrical Engineering focus.

– A basic understanding and grounding in HV Cable Design gained through initial industry experience.

– Proficiency in using CAD design software.

– Strong communication, numeracy, and IT skills.

– Ability to multitask effectively, prioritise workloads, and meet deadlines.

– Awareness of key health and safety impacts on UGC construction contracts.

– Fluent in spoken and written English.

– Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.

Desirable Skills:

– ISCED level 7 (Bachelor’s degree) or level 8 (Master’s degree) in Engineering or a relevant discipline.

– Experience working under CDM regulations as a designer.

– Ability to create PLS CADD Models.

– Continual commitment to personal and professional development.

– Driving licence is beneficial.

Be Part of the Future of Engineering!

Ready to shape the future of energy? Apply today and become a key player in an exciting journey towards a sustainable, net-zero future!

• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.