Electrical Design Engineer (LV/HV Networks)

Rise Technical; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-utilities company is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to enhance their team. The role involves designing LV/HV electrical networks, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and experience in substation design. This position offers a competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 along with various benefits including a pension and holiday package.

Benefits

Pension

Great Holiday Package

GP Access

Ongoing Development

Qualifications

• Must have experience designing LV/HV (11kV/33kV) electrical networks.
• Knowledge of earthing design and equipment specifications is required.
• Understanding of DNO/IDNO compliance standards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design LV/HV electrical network and earthing assessments.
• Obtain design approval from DNO/IDNO ensuring compliance.
• Mentor trainee/junior design engineers and support their development.

Skills

LV/HV design experience

Knowledge of substation design

Mentorship abilities

Software proficiency in WinDEBUT

Software proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Engineering qualification (Degree/HND or equivalent)

Incorporated Engineer status or working towards

Tools

WinDEBUT

AutoCAD

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (LV/HV Networks)

Can be based: North West, Cumbria, Midlands or North East

50,000 - 60,000 + Pension + Great Holiday Package + GP Access + Ongoing Development

Are you an experienced electrical network designer looking to take the next step in your career with a market-leading multi-utilities company?

Do you want the opportunity to work on a wide range of LV/HV design projects, mentor junior engineers, and play a key role in delivering high-quality design solutions across residential, commercial, and industrial developments?

This company is a recognised leader within the utilities sector, providing multi-utility connections nationwide. With a strong reputation for innovation, service excellence and growth, they are seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join their expanding team.

This is a pivotal role within the business, where you'll be responsible for designing and delivering tailored LV/HV electrical network and substation solutions, liaising with stakeholders, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and supporting the development of junior design engineers. You'll work closely with DNOs, IDNOs, and internal teams to deliver projects accurately, on time, and within budget, helping to maintain and enhance their reputation as a trusted multi-utility provider.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer to take ownership of complex projects and progress their career within a company that is investing in people, technology, and future growth.

The Role:

• Electrical Design Engineer (LV/HV Networks)
• Design LV/HV electrical network solutions and earthing assessments for a range of developments.
• Obtain DNO/IDNO design approval for tailored designs, ensuring full technical compliance.
• Liaise with utility providers, equipment manufacturers, and DNOs/IDNOs.
• Mentor and support trainee/junior design engineers.
• Contribute to ongoing design strategies, ensuring standardisation across the team.
• 50,000 - 60,000 + Pension + Great Holiday Package + GP Access + Ongoing Development

The Person:

• Engineering qualification (Degree/HND or equivalent).
• Incorporated Engineer status recognised by IET, or working towards.
• Experience designing LV/HV (11kV/33kV) electrical networks.
• Knowledge of substation and earthing design, equipment specifications, and G81 standards.
• Experience in WinDEBUT/VisNet and AutoCAD software.
• Understanding of DNO/IDNO construction requirements and NERS compliance.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.