Lead/Principal OHL Design Engineer

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago


Nottingham, United Kingdom Arup Full time

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Around the globe, Arup’s electrical engineers bring specialist expertise to solutions for buildings, transport infrastructure and energy, water and waste utilities.

Our comprehensive services include energy audits, demand assessment, supply and system resilience, utilities consultancy and sustainable electrical engineering design. Whether in commercial property, retail, sport, mission-critical facilities, the arts or any market, we meet the creative and commercial demands of designers and developers.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it 


The Opportunity

We are seeking Lead and Principal Engineering candidates with proven experience within transmission and distribution; and working knowledge of PLS CADD/ Tower for design line work coupled with a broader CAD skillset.
The successful candidate will possess a background in EHV OHL design (33kv-400kV) supporting construction, procurement, and consultancy on a variety of projects and in turn we will guide your professional development and recognition within the sector.

The role will involve; Preparation and checking of feasibility studies, outline and detailed design technical reports and other written documents. - Design and checking of detail allocation and construction design drawings. - Production of design concepts, drawings, specifications and other technical documents; Management of teams of engineers and external suppliers. - Delivery of work to programme, budget and specification 
You will take part in HAZID and Risks reviews as appropriate - To adherence and control of documents and drawings in accordance with Arup management procedures. Development of team specific standards to ensure the consistency of the output. To apply a safety by design approach in line with CDM tasks - To carry out checks on drawings and designs in line with procedures and development of the team CAD technicians.

Responsibilities will include; mentoring graduate and senior engineers; the Investigation and proposed remedial actions for damaged or corroded structures: corroded structures (remaining life and remedial action); Substation structures; Power line structures (11kV to 400kV); Structural loading; Foundation design, including field testing; Stays and anchors; Cross-Arm design.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 


Is this role right for you?

We are interested in structural design for powerlines and substations as a Lead Consultant, comprising some of the following; Design of substation equipment and line termination gantry structures & Cable Sealing Ends; Design powerlines with PLS-CADD and powerline towers with PLS-Tower; Sag & tension calculations; - Catenary System design; - Line Profiling; - Gantry analysis; - Tower setting levels; - Environmental loads; - Insulator set design; - Overhead Line Wire Clearance; - Route plans; - Material Quantification - Short Circuit study; Design powerline structural foundations, including piled, pad, and rock-anchor foundations.

Requirements of the role;

Degree in relevant disciplineProfessionally Qualified (or imminently within 12 months)Business Strategy leadershipExperienced ConsultantGood Programme/project delivery skillsBESC and Person Training – National Grid preferred

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.


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