Electrical Design Engineer

Vital Energi; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Energi is seeking Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our project delivery teams in Glasgow, London or Blackburn. You will develop electrical designs and technical documentation for a range of renewable energy and decarbonisation projects, from concept through to handover, collaborating with clients, internal teams and suppliers.

The role offers exposure to LV/MV distribution, substations and grid connections, with opportunities to advance through Senior, Principal,

Qualifications

• Experience delivering electrical designs for renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects.
• Experience designing LV and MV distribution systems with cable calculations and equipment sizing.
• Knowledge of substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems and power networks.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation for renewable energy and decarbonisation projects.
• Prepare deliverables that meet client requirements, standards and legislation.
• Perform electrical system studies and assessments to support safe, efficient project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients and suppliers across the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments and engineering assurance activities.
• Support delivery from concept to handover, with progressive ownership of technical deliverables.
• Share knowledge and drive continuous improvement across the business.

Skills

Electrical design

Power systems

LV/MV distribution

BS7671 knowledge

Design reviews

Tools

Amtech

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Electrical Design Engineers (project Delivery)– Senior & Principal

Help shape the UK's energy transition.

Due to continued growth and an expanding portfolio of renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects, Vital Energi's Electrical Project Delivery team is looking for Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our teams in London, Blackburn or Glasgow.

We are currently looking for:

• Senior Electrical Design Engineers
• Principal Electrical Design Engineers

The Company

Vital Energi is one of the UK's leading providers of renewable energy and low-carbon infrastructure, delivering innovative engineering solutions that are helping transform the nation's energy landscape.

For over 30 years, we have been at the forefront of delivering complex, large-scale energy projects that support the UK's transition to Net Zero. Our teams design, build and operate critical infrastructure that powers hospitals, universities, local authorities, industrial facilities, commercial developments, towns and cities across the country.

Unlike traditional engineering consultancies, our engineers are involved in the full project lifecycle, from concept and feasibility through detailed design, construction, commissioning and long-term operation. This provides a unique opportunity to see designs become reality and create infrastructure that delivers measurable environmental and societal benefits.

Our project portfolio extends far beyond conventional building services design and includes:

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Solar PV and Renewable Energy Generation
• Power Generation and Energy Centres
• District Heating and Cooling Networks
• LV, MV and HV Electrical Infrastructure
• Substations, Transformers and Switchgear
• Private Wire and Utility Distribution Networks
• Industrial Decarbonisation Projects
• Grid Connections and Network Reinforcement
• EV Charging Infrastructure
• Heat Electrification and Net Zero Programmes
• Major Public Sector Infrastructure Developments

We are delivering some of the UK's most ambitious low-carbon energy projects, helping clients reduce emissions, improve energy resilience and accelerate their journey towards a sustainable future. With significant investment, a strong project pipeline and continued expansion into emerging energy technologies and industrial power generation, there has never been a better time to join Vital Energi.

About the Role

As an Electrical Design Engineer at Vital Energi, you will play a key role in the delivery of innovative energy infrastructure projects that support the UK's transition to Net Zero.

Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle, from concept development and detailed design through construction support, commissioning and handover. This provides a unique opportunity to see your designs progress from initial concept through to fully operational assets.

You will produce electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation while collaborating with internal teams, clients and stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant and efficient engineering solutions.

You will have the opportunity to take ownership of technical deliverables, contribute to design reviews, support client engagement and help develop innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges.

At Vital Energi, you'll be supported by experienced engineers and technical specialists, with structured development, mentorship and clear progression opportunities through Senior, Principal, Associate Director and Director-level positions, while helping to develop apprentice and graduate engineers.

This is more than a design role. It is an opportunity to influence how future energy infrastructure is developed, delivered and operated, while building a career at the forefront of the UK's energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation for a range of renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects.
• Produce high-quality engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and applicable legislation.
• Undertake electrical system studies, equipment selection and technical assessments to support safe, efficient and reliable project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments and engineering assurance activities, including HAZOP and other technical review processes.
• Support the delivery of projects from concept and detailed design through to construction, commissioning and handover.
• Drive engineering excellence by identifying innovative solutions, sharing technical knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.

Skills & Experience

• Demonstrable experience producing electrical designs within renewable energy, power generation, power infrastructure, utilities, industrial, building services or related sectors.
• Experience designing LV and/or MV electrical distribution systems, including cable calculations, equipment sizing and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, MCCs and power distribution networks.
• Experience producing electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts and technical specifications.
• Understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Experience using Amtech (Trimble ProDesign), AutoCAD, ETAP or other electrical design and modelling software would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar PV, power generation or grid connection projects would be advantageous.
• Experience working on DNO, IDNO, ICP or utility infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

The company is opposed to all forms of discrimination and will select for employment, training and promotion on the basis of suitability for the job and/ or merit. It is company policy that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of sex, race, colour, age, ethnic or national origins, political affiliations, religious beliefs, marital status, physical disability or is disadvantaged by unjustifiable conditions or requirements.

Applicants must have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the duration of employment, without the need for sponsorship. Due to the nature of this role, we are unable to support visa sponsorship or employ individuals with time-limited permission or conditions attached to their right to work in the UK.