Associate Director / Principal Engineer - OHL

Morson Edge; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director / Principal Engineer to join its Transmission & Distribution team with a focus on Overhead Lines (OHL). This role involves leading major UK energy infrastructure projects, including design up to 400kV, technical expertise in client interactions, and managing project delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering, preferably CEng status, and overhead line experience. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline is required.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a recognized institution is preferred.
• Experience delivering projects for transmission system operators necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver overhead line design projects up to 400kV.
• Provide technical expertise in bids, proposals, and client meetings.
• Manage project scope, technical delivery, and client engagement.

Skills

Overhead line engineering

PLS-CADD modelling

Strong communication skills

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Job description

Job Description

Associate Director / Principal Engineer – Overhead Lines (OHL)

Location : UK Wide, flexible working, no set days in office.

Salary : Competitive + Car Allowance

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director / Principal Engineer to join its Transmission & Distribution team with a specific focus on OHL Design. This role offers the opportunity to work on major UK energy infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver overhead line design projects up to 400kV, including PLS-CADD modelling, line routing, structural analysis, sag‑tension calculations, clearance reports and more.
• Provide technical expertise in bids, proposals, and client meetings.
• Manage project scope, technical delivery, and client engagement.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Review engineering deliverables and perform quality checks.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• Ideally Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a recognised institution (e.g., IET).
• Experience delivering projects for transmission system operators.
• Overhead line engineering experience up to 400kV.
• LCDAE & CDAE certifications advantageous.
• Strong communication skills.

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