Senior Electrical Design Engineer

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Our client, an established multi-utilities infrastructure company, is looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer you will lead on LV/HV network, substation and earthing designs across a range of residential, commercial and industrial projects. You’ll take ownership of multiple projects, working closely with clients, DNOs/IDNOs and internal teams to deliver compliant, accurate designs on time and within budget. If you have previous utilities design experience, with an Engineering degree and a strong understanding of electrical network layouts - apply today!

Key responsibilities for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer:

  • Create LV/HV electrical network designs and earthing assessments for domestic, commercial, and industrial projects - including single line diagrams, wiring layouts, cable schedules, and sizing calculations.
  • Secure DNO/IDNO design approval for all network and earthing solutions.
  • Ensure designs are accurate, delivered on time and within budget
  • Work closely with Utility Infrastructure Providers and DNOs/IDNOs.
  • Provide specialist advice on electrical networks and substations to project stakeholders.
  • Stay up to date with industry developments and help shape the department’s design strategy.
  • Attend meetings with internal and external stakeholders, offering strong technical support.
  • Ensure all designs meet client requirements and comply with company standards, DNO/IDNO policies, ENA documentation, CDM regulations, Codes of Practice, national/international legislation, and safety guidelines.
  • Skills and Experience required for the Senior Electrical Design Engineer:

  • 5 years’ experience designing LV/HV (11kV/33kV) networks, substations and earthing systems
  • Degree/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering, ideally with Incorporated Engineer status
  • Strong technical understanding of UK power industry standards — including DNO/IDNO construction requirements, G81 documentation, NERS compliance, CDM Regulations, N.R.S.W.A. and ISO 9001/14001/18001.
  • Confident using WinDEBUT/VisNet and AutoCAD
  • Knowledge of equipment specifications (cables, substations, plant)
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects
  • Excellent communicator — able to build strong client relationships, provide clear project updates and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Location:
    Birmingham
    Job Type:
    FullTime

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