Design Manager

VINCI; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Design Manager to oversee the production and delivery of protection and control schematics for high voltage systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with standards, mentoring team members, and coordinating with clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical power engineering, particularly in designing LVAC and DC systems. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and excellence in the electricity supply sector, where your contributions will directly impact project success and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of design experience in the Electricity Supply industry.
• Familiarity with latest Transmission and Distribution standards and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for selecting equipment and detailed electrical protection design.
• Lead a team of engineers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Electrical Power Engineering Design

Design of LVAC and DC Systems

Setting and Configuring Numerical Protection Relays

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Relevant Third-Level or Professional Qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Design Manager

Reporting to: Business Unit General Manager

Role purpose

The Design Manager for the Business Unit will be responsible for the production, delivery, and assurance of protection and control schematics from 11kV up to 400kV, including associated LVAC & DC systems.

Responsibilities & Duties

Including but not limited to the following:

• Responsible for selecting equipment and detailed electrical protection design to meet relevant standards and client requirements.
• Ensure the complete design package, including interface design, is fully approved prior to site installation and commissioning.
• Produce and approve Design Intent Documents and Functional Design Specifications.
• Support the tendering department to propose technically compliant and cost-effective solutions.
• Develop design risk assessments for all solutions, ensuring all risks and HAZIDS are identified and controlled, complying with health and safety legislation.
• Coordinate and attend Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) with the client.
• Mentor and develop less experienced team members.
• Lead a team of engineers to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to customer requirements.
• Maintain design consistency across contracts by adhering to company processes.
• Attend technical meetings with clients across Ireland and the UK.

Key interfaces

Relationships with key stakeholders:

• Business Unit General Manager
• Project Managers
• External stakeholders, e.g., clients, authorities

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

The candidate must be a motivated self-starter with:

• A relevant third-level or professional qualification.
• At least 6 years of design experience in the Electricity Supply industry, with a solid understanding of electrical power engineering design principles.
• Familiarity with the latest Transmission and Distribution standards and technologies.
• Experience in designing LVAC and DC systems for High Voltage Substations.
• Experience with setting and configuring numerical protection relays.
• Good knowledge of HV Substation Primary Plant up to 400kV.
• Knowledge of HV Substation/Windfarm control systems, including IEC 61850 applications.
• Understanding of Health & Safety regulations related to HV substations.
• Ability to act as Lead Design Engineer, coordinating with primary and civil design disciplines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness to identify opportunities for maximizing return while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Competencies

Required skills, knowledge, and abilities include:

• Organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Self-motivation
• Time management
• Collaboration and people skills

Values

The candidate must embody Omexom's values:

• Team Spirit & Generosity: Work effectively within the team, contribute to results, support, and drive performance.
• Trust and Empowerment: Manage responsibilities efficiently and professionally.
• Integrity and Responsibility: Take ownership of duties to ensure high-quality results.
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Seek continuous improvement and introduce new initiatives for efficiency.