Senior Electrical Design Engineer – BESS & Renewable EPC Projects - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the electrical design process for renewable energy projects.
• Develop detailed electrical designs including single-line diagrams (SLDs), equipment layouts, technical specifications, and schedules.
• Prepare scopes of work for EPC/ICP subcontractors and oversee tender evaluation and contract award processes.
• Provide technical oversight during project construction, including contractor management, design reviews, programme tracking, and stakeholder coordination.
• Contribute technical input to commercial contracts and agreements to mitigate project risks.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, maintaining alignment with time, budget, and quality targets.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary internal teams and external consultants.
• Prepare and review technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Support procurement processes related to major electrical equipment.
• Review subcontractor deliverables for technical compliance and quality.
• Conduct site visits to prospective and active construction sites.
• Contribute to business development initiatives in partnership with the Business Development team.
• Assist with bid preparation and tendering activities.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven expertise in electrical balance of plant (BoP) design, with understanding of associated civil and mechanical interfaces.
• Proficiency with electrical system modelling tools such as DigSilent, PSCAD, or similar, and experience in producing system studies (load flow, short circuit, reactive power analysis, energization, cable sizing, etc.).
• Familiarity with CAD software (preferred).
• Competence with project and document management tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel, Word, Procore).
• Solid understanding of the UK Grid Code, and design and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant UK design standards, building regulations, and DNO/DSO standards.
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and the roles/responsibilities of Principal Designers and Principal Contractors.
• Strong project delivery and engineering management skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within the energy or infrastructure sectors.
• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline (minimum bachelor's level).
• Full UK driving licence, with willingness and ability to travel to project sites across the UK.