Electrical Design Engineer

Aptus Utilities Ltd.; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cashback plans for healthcare

Gym and fitness discounts

Extra day off for charity work

Mentorship and guidance

Job summary

Aptus Utilities Ltd. is looking for an Electric Network Design Engineer to design tailored electrical network solutions in the UK. This role involves working under a Design Manager and requires at least 5 years of experience in LV/HV electrical networks.

Key responsibilities include attending design meetings and liaising with stakeholders. The company offers various benefits including cashback plans and support through an Employer Assistance Program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing LV/HV electrical networks.
• Good understanding of UK power industry including technical standards.
• Understanding of DNO protection requirements would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Designing HV/LV electrical network design solutions.
• Obtaining approval for network design solutions.
• Providing electrical network engineering advice to stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical network design awareness

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Suitable engineering qualification (Degree, HND or equivalent)

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Electric Network Design Engineer to join our company. The role can be based at any of our regional offices in the Northwest, Northeast, Midlands, or Yorkshire.

Overall Purpose of the Role

Aptus Utilities are seeking to recruit a strong team player and multi-tasker to join us in the role of Electric Network Design Engineer, working directly under the guidance of and reporting to one of our Design Managers. The ideal candidate will have strong electrical network design awareness and be able to demonstrate previous experience within the utility industry.

What you will be doing:

• Designing individually tailored HV/LV electrical network design solutions and earthing assessments for LV and HV distribution networks for domestic, commercial and industrial developments (Single Line Diagrams, circuit diagrams, general arrangements, wiring diagrams, block cable diagrams/schedules, cable specification sizing calculations, etc.).
• Obtaining approval for individually tailored network design solutions including power distribution earthing.
• Provision of specialist electrical network/substation engineering advice to project stakeholders.
• Participate in multi-utility design handover to the Operations Department, providing any subsequent support and guidance through to final network connection.
• Responsible for the technical compliance of electrical network design to meet the client’s requirements, ensuring they satisfy company quality requirements, are compliant with current DNO/IDNO policy, ENA Documentation, CDM Regulation, Codes of Practice, National/International Standards and legislation, company policy/procedures and contract specification, including safety compliance, as appropriate.
• Prioritising workflow, ensuring high quality network designs and projects are completed accurately, delivered on time, within budget, enhancing the professional image and reputation of the company in the marketplace.
• Undertake internal technical peer review of designs, prior to design submission.
• Liaise closely with Utility Infrastructure Providers, equipment manufacturers and the DNOs/IDNOs.
• Supporting the Tendering Department and where required provide outline designs.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with new and existing Clients.
• Engage with Gas and Water Designers to coordinate the delivery of multi-utility design projects.
• Mentor, coach and guide trainee engineers.

What we ask from you:

• Suitable engineering qualification (Degree, HND or equivalent).
• Understanding of UK residential developments with IDNO / DNO networks.
• Experience in designing/planning LV and HV electrical utility network infrastructure and substation design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience designing LV/HV electrical networks.
• Good understanding of UK power industry including technical standards DNO/IDNO network construction requirements, including a knowledge of G81 documents.
• Knowledge of technical specifications of equipment, substations, cables and plant.
• An understanding of DNO protection requirements would be beneficial.
• Understanding of the current NERS requirements and be able to provide compliance support.
• Prioritise workflow to ensure that individual projects are completed accurately, on time, within budget and in accordance with KPI metrics.
• Self‑motivated, with the ability to analyse complex electrical data and information.
• Ability to provide the highest levels of customer service, achieving maximum customer satisfaction.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A team player with the ability to work independently and resolve any design issues.

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye‑care, dental and prescriptions, to name just a few. Please see our benefits brochure for further details.
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts.
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community.
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role but throughout your career with Aptus.
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round.

Location

• Northwest (BL5 3XP)
• Northeast (NE10 8YG)
• Midlands (WS7 3FT)
• Yorkshire (WF6 1TA)

What’s next?

Please send your CV and contact details to [e-mail].

If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face‑to‑face interview.