Senior Design Engineer

Senior Design Engineer (Contestable) – GTC Job Location: Woolpit Salary: Competitive Contract type: Permanent Posting End Date: 24/12/2025 At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best – ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure. GTC, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, are looking for a Senior Design Engineer (Contestable) who would like to help us reach our mission to “earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service”. Purpose of this role The Senior Design Engineer – Contestable will oversee a team of engineers undertaking Contestable Design work and will liaise with internal and external parties to design contestable works for new housing, mixed-use, and industrial and commercial projects. Your Key Responsibilities Ensure satisfactory performance of team members in line with company and client expectations, including overseeing job management and mentoring/training where required. Assist in the maintenance of relevant internal and external design standards and participate in audits within area of responsibility. Achieve technical competence with relevant authority and authorise design work in line with the Delegation of Authority Guidelines. Assist with training and mentoring of Planning Engineers. Undertake demand calculations, network drawings and variations and to ensure network designs are fit for purpose, legislatively compliant and in accordance with Company and industry standards. Design innovative engineering solutions that satisfy both our customer needs and the needs of internal stakeholders - provide lowest cost for greatest benefit. Liaise with our clients to understand the requirements and constraints on their projects. Calculate contract variation costs and produce variation orders for clients. Attend meetings with Clients, Network Operators, and other companies as required. Liaise with other departments and companies across the BUUK group to ensure the safe and efficient construction of projects. Achieve high customer satisfaction with our design / variation processes. Experience / Knowledge Any other duties as required by the manager. Experience in the design of utilities, preferably in the Power Distribution sector. Knowledge of CDM Regulations & Health and Safety legislation. Working knowledge of current Legislation, Technical Standards & Specifications and ENA Recommendations relating to GTC electrical networks, and an awareness of the implications to the safe management of electrical networks based on these procedures. Abilities / Skills Excellent communication skills. Microsoft Office. Desirable Engineering Degree. Engineering Council Membership at IEng or above. ILM Level 3. Line Management experience. Experience in Training Others. What can you expect from us Cost of living annual pay review. Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%. 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay. To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax). Hybrid working for eligible roles. Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations. BUUK has an award‑winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do. Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options. Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. #GTC Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Engineering and Information Technology Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr