Electrical Design Engineer

Sustainable Talent LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Job summary

Sustainable Talent LTD is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Manchester to support the ICP arm and handle projects from 11kV towards 33kV expansions.

The role requires a strong track record in electrical design, HV/LV experience, and the ability to work across multi-disciplinary teams. Attractive package includes salary up to 70k, car allowance, and annual bonus. On-site role with exposure to renewables and wastewater projects.

Qualifications

• A minimum qualification of HND/HNC or an equivalent credential is essential.
• A minimum of five years of experience in electrical design.
• Proficient in the use ofMicrosoft Office and other technical / electrical modelling software applications such as Amtech, ETAP, Power Factory, etc
• Familiarity with relevant technical standards is required.
• Strong skills in professional report writing.
• Holds a current registration with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or a commitment to achieve registration in the near future.
• Experience in utility or connections-related projects.
• Must demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to manage one's workload independently.

Responsibilities

• A Strong ability to understand project objectives and deliverables
• Design and specification of electrical installations, from low voltage (LV) to 33kV systems
• Comprehensive modelling of electrical systems, including load calculations, fault level assessments, and coordination of protective measures
• Ensuring designs and on-site work comply with relevant standards and regulations
• Developing technical specifications for electrical equipment
• Communicating design concepts clearly through meetings, technical documentation, and detailed drawings to ensure accurate representation
• Acting as a technical representative in client and contractor meetings, showcasing professionalism and expertise
• Conducting site surveys, inspections, and monitoring on-site activities to ensure project integrity
• Managing project delivery components with a focus on budget and cost control
• Writing detailed reports and maintaining comprehensive records in line with company standards
• Promoting effective communication and collaboration across teams to achieve project goals

Skills

Electrical design

Load calculations

Protection coordination

Education

HND/HNC or equivalent

Tools

Amtech

ETAP

PowerFactory

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

My client is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover above £90 million. Its contracting arm delivers a full design, install, inspect and maintain offering from 415V up to 33kV. A well-established electrical engineering group with a strong ICP arm, they are NERS accredited and design and deliver new grid connections and upgrades up to 33kV, working closely with the DNOs through to adoption. With a busy order book and a wider HV/LV contracting business behind them, it's a great environment for Electrical Design Engineers to build their career.

About the role:

The Electrical Design Engineer is a key hire for the business, with plans to build their growing ICP arm around this hire. Projects are varied including ICP connections, substation, renewables and wastewater. Whilst they are NERS accredited to 33kV, they are looking for a strong 11kV designer who can develop on the 33kV side in time.

Package

• Salary - Up to 70k
• Car Allowance - £550 per month
• Annual Bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• A Strong ability to understand project objectives and deliverables
• Design and specification of electrical installations, from low voltage (LV) to 33kV systems
• Comprehensive modelling of electrical systems, including load calculations, fault level assessments, and coordination of protective measures
• Ensuring designs and on-site work comply with relevant standards and regulations
• Developing technical specifications for electrical equipment
• Communicating design concepts clearly through meetings, technical documentation, and detailed drawings to ensure accurate representation
• Acting as a technical representative in client and contractor meetings, showcasing professionalism and expertise
• Conducting site surveys, inspections, and monitoring on-site activities to ensure project integrity
• Managing project delivery components with a focus on budget and cost control
• Writing detailed reports and maintaining comprehensive records in line with company standards
• Promoting effective communication and collaboration across teams to achieve project goals

Key Skills and Experience:

• A minimum qualification of HND/HNC or an equivalent credential is essential
• A minimum of five years of experience in electrical design
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and other technical / electrical modelling software applications such as Amtech, ETAP, Power Factory, etc
• Familiarity with relevant technical standards is required
• Strong skills in professional report writing
• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD software
• Holds a current registration with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or a commitment to achieve registration in the near future
• Experience in utility or connections-related projects
• Must demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to manage one's workload independently