Design Engineer

1 month ago

Preston, United Kingdom ENWL Full time

We are only able to consider applications from candidates who are able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK without sponsorship from Electricity North West.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer to join our Connections team to produce designs, quotations and serve our customers with electricity connections to our distribution network up to and including 6.6kV / 11kV.

As a Design Engineer you will be required to have a high level of technical expertise, skills and knowledge to produce high quality design and quotations for new and modified connections whilst providing excellent customer service. In addition to this you will need to demonstrate the ability to manage workloads to meet regulatory standards and customer expectations, adapt to business changes and identify the training needs of less experienced colleagues to deliver or arrange training. You will ensure designs are safe and minimum cost solutions in accordance with Electricity North West Licence Conditions, Common Connections Charging Methodology and Electricity North West Policy and Standards of compliance.

The design work undertaken by the team includes new and modified connections for demand and distributed generation, requests to connect from third party connectors and diversions associated with a new connection. You will need to be familiar with new Low Carbon technologies that are connecting to the Distribution Network such as Electric Vehicle chargers, heat pumps, battery technology etc. You will be required to have a good working knowledge of ENA ER G5, G98 and G99 and have experience of designing generation systems. You will also be responsible for adhering to Ofgem’s standards, data integrity and provide accurate forecasts of information for the range of projects under your control. You will need to be results focused to ensure the exceptional customer service provided is converted into accepted quotations to sustain a healthy order book to achieve your acceptance targets.


If you are able to demonstrate your innate ability to be “switched on” and “adaptable” whilst taking “pride” in everything that you do, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.


What I will need to do?

  • Be able to assist customers in making buying decisions;
  • Display a strong passion of standing out to customers by your quality of service;
  • Willing to take the lead on improvement initiatives and drive changes through to a successful conclusion;
  • Act as a mentor for less experienced staff;
  • Be self driven and have the ability to work under pressure to meet relevant business / regulatory targets.
  • Demonstrate a high level of commercial awareness;
  • Willingness to challenge, stretch yourself, continuously learn and grow.


To be considered you will;

  • Hold a minimum of an HNC level qualification in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (essential).
  • Demonstrate a sound understanding of 6.6kV / 11kV systems and substations, including switchgear, transformers, overhead, underground circuits and protection
  • Have experience with electrical engineering design and practices and have an in-depth knowledge of the electricity distribution business, including an understanding of regulatory and industry standards within electricity distribution.
  • Have a sound technical knowledge of electrical network components, network operation, operational policy, design standards and specifications.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Construction Design Management regulations relating to utility projects.
  • Demonstrate sound leadership and motivational skills with the ability to work in a team and help others in your team to improve.
  • Have an in-depth knowledge / understanding of the competition in the connections market.
  • Have a broad understanding of the construction industry and the particular role Electricity North West undertakes.
  • Have an optimistic approach to problem solving.
  • Tenaciously deal with and overcome objections.
  • Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own personal service and getting things done.
  • Demonstrate strong empathy with clients and their buying journey.
  • Have excellent customer service skills both face to face and by telephone.
  • Have excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Be highly driven and self-motivated.
  • Possess excellent organisation and personal time management.
  • Be able to build long lasting stakeholder relationships.
  • Have excellent IT skills, in particular MS Office.
  • Demonstrate confidentiality and discretion as appropriate.
  • Be flexible and adaptable in your approach.
  • Be highly organised with the ability to meet challenging deadlines.


What we’re offering

In return for your skills, you'll receive a generous salary of up to £65,398.08 dependant on experience. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes:

  • An annual bonus scheme
  • Twenty- six days annual leave increasing with length of service
  • An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
  • A market-leading contributory pension scheme
  • Employee assistance programme and opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

If this full-time Design Engineer role motivates and inspires you, please contact Electricity North West today. We'd love to help you get your next role.

We’re champions of the North West, and we’re proud that our electricity network connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between. A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry, and as the region's network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the North West to decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy. Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), medical appointment and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.

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