Electrical Design Engineer

TipTopJob; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in high voltage electrical engineering is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Bristol. This diverse role includes responsibilities such as specifying HV equipment, design of control schemes, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Competitive salary, strong benefits, and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Contributory company pension scheme

Private health insurance

Life insurance

25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays

On-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in high voltage electrical engineering design (11 kV and above).
• Strong report writing skills and ability to communicate technical information.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivery of designs within agreed timeframes.
• Work across multiple design projects and communicate effectively with clients.
• Develop designs ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Report writing

Communication

Proactive

Education

HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer

Bristol

Competitive Salary

Permanent Role

Overview:

We are currently working with a well established high voltage electrical engineering company, who specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation.

With the increase in success and growth they are seeking experienced Electrical Designers to join their team.

The Electrical Design role is diverse, challenging and rewarding, and you will be given the opportunity to practice and develop a wide range of skills including specification of HV primary equipment, design of protection and control schemes, reviewing and conducting simulation and modelling studies to demonstrate compliance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

* Responsible for the delivery of designs within agreed timeframes, to a high quality that reflects companies reputation as high voltage specialists
* Work across multiple design projects and prioritise conflicting project deadlines
* Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and project engineers, to understand their expectations and justify your design decisions
* Provide technical support for the project engineers for design queries
* Build relationships with clients, and attend design and project co-ordination meetings with clients, their consultants, and DNO and TNO representatives
* Ensure all designs are designed for safety and are compliant with CDM and Health and Safety regulations, including producing design risk assessments, and effectively communicating risks to project engineers and construction operatives
* Prepare design packages for DNO contestable works and balance of plant (private) works from 11 kV to 132 kV
* Work closely with the in-house CAD drafting team to generate SLD's, equipment layouts, cable route drawings, construction, and legal plans for new HV connections
* Produce AC/DC schematics for protection, control, and SCADA panels, and liaise with our in-house panel assemblers on the construction of panels
* Select HV and LV cables and design cable routes using CYMCAP and Amtech software
* Prepare multicore cable schedules
* Manage and review simulation studies for generation connections undertaken by other consultants or carried out in-house, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with Engineering Recommendations, the Distribution Code, the Grid Code, and industry standards
* Attend sites for inspection and design purposes and attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests when required
* Project a professional image to clients and colleagues
* Contribute to the future success of company and its clients
* Embrace and demonstrate the Company's 5 Principles of: Priority No.1 - Health, Safety and Well-being; Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

Here's what you need to be successful in the role:

* Gained relevant experience of high voltage electrical engineering design (11 kV and above) within the electrical contracting or utility industries. You will possess excellent technical knowledge and be able this in a practical way
* HNC/ Degree in Electrical Engineering
* Full UK driving licence
* Have obtained or be working towards professional registration with the IET at IENG / CENG level
* Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
* Open to change, resilient and proactive
* Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays
* Right to Work within the UK without limitation

Salary and benefits:

* Highly competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
* Contributory company pension scheme
* Car allowance scheme or company vehicle provided
* Private health insurance
* Life insurance
* Employee assistance programme
* 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays, increasing with service
* Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
* Great training and development opportunities to lead towards chartered status
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* On-site gym
* Bristol office - Free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Take the Next Step in Your Career:

If you're looking to make a significant impact in a role that offers not just a job but a fulfilling career, we want to hear from you. This is more than an opportunity to advance your career; it's a chance to join a team that values your contribution and offers a path to achieve your professional goals. With a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to your development, this is the perfect time to join a company that's as invested in your future as you are.

Don't miss out on this chance to power our future together. Apply now to become the Electrical Design Engineer this company needs to drive success.

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