Electrical Design Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer in Portsmouth for a hybrid role. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £75,000 per annum, a company car or allowance, and generous holiday entitlement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, experience in DNO energy-related systems, and strong leadership skills. This role involves leading projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and engaging with clients. If you have the necessary experience, apply directly.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Pension

Hybrid working with 2/3 days WFH

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing DNO energy-related electrical systems.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering projects from feasibility to commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Electrical Engineering

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer – Portsmouth (Hybrid)
60,000 – 75,000 Per annum
Company Car or Car Allowance
25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension
Hybrid working with 2/3 days WFH.

Candidate:

• Proficient use of SSEN industry standard electrical design.
• Experience in use of CAD software is preferable
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards it.
• Proven experience in the design DNO energy related electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Having a clear understanding of DNO's HV & LV networks.
• Lead the design and engineering projects from feasibility to commissioning phases.
• Develop and manage electrical designs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversee the work of jointing engineers.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Ensure quality assurance, risk management, and adherence to safety standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge In:

• Primary Substations – Construction, installation, and commissioning
• Switchgear, Transformers & Plant – Installation and commissioning
• Cable Installation & Connections – HV/LV multi–core & power cables, laying, pulling, jointing, and terminating
• Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing at all levels in the organisation
• Able to work under pressure and make important decisions
• Electrical engineering experience is essential

In return our client will offer:

Electrical Design Engineer – Portsmouth (Hybrid)
60,000 – 75,000 Per annum
Company Car or Car Allowance
25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Pension
Hybrid working with 2/3 days WFH.

If you feel you have the necessary experience to fulfil this position then please apply directly or reach out to (url removed)

You may be a: Electrical Design Engineer, Senior Electrical Design Engineer, Design Manager, Senior designer, MU Design engineer, HV Designer.
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