Senior Electrical Design Engineer

2 weeks ago

North West England, United Kingdom Utility People Ltd Full time £50,000 - £60,000 per year

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.

Ref: JB

Role: Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Office based – Manchester, Northeast, Yorkshire or Bolton

Salary: £50k - £60k DOE

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