Electrical Design Manager

Clear Engineering Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer or Manager to lead a new engineering team focused on utility-scale projects. The role involves managing design capabilities for high voltage and solar projects while offering a flexible hybrid working environment. Candidates with strong experience in energy systems and a relevant engineering degree are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Bonus

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer or Design Manager essential.
• Experience working with DNO/DSO or design consultancy beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Leading design capability for HV and ICP projects including equipment sizing and layout.
• Managing a skilled team of Electrical and Controls design engineers.
• Conducting feasibility studies and technical analysis for renewable energy projects.

Skills

Electrical design

High voltage

Power systems

Energy storage

Solar

Cleantech

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Job description

Exciting opportunity leading a brand new engineering team working on utility-scale BESS projects!

Location: Bristol

Benefits: Bonus, Hybrid Working

This role is with one of the most exciting businesses in the renewable energy market! From a headcount of 3 in Jan, they are on course to increase headcount by over 100% by the end of the year. You will be working for a global leader in their field on innovative energy projects incorporating various renewable energy technologies. If you are an Electrical Design Engineer or Manager with a strong HV background, please reach out!

This company is a leading renewable energy & energy efficiency firm with offices worldwide and expanding into mainland Europe. They are one of the fastest-growing sustainability companies in this sector, maintaining a highly skilled team with low staff turnover.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading design capability for HV and ICP projects, including equipment sizing, layout, FEED, and programme management
• Managing a skilled team of Electrical and Controls design engineers on renewable energy projects, including utility-scale Solar and BESS
• Conducting feasibility studies, technical and financial analysis, and energy modelling (EPC, PPA, EaaS)
• Flexible hybrid working model – site visits required
• Experience as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer or Design Manager
• Experience with High Voltage, Power Systems, BESS, Solar, ICP projects
• Experience working with DNO/DSO or design consultancy is beneficial
• Relevant Engineering Degree

Preferred Skills and Keywords: Electrical design, high voltage, power networks, DNO, DSO, design engineer, ICP, network design, BESS, energy storage, solar, PV, photovoltaic, renewable energy systems, utility scale, grid scale, Cleantech, BMS, Boilers, Steam, CHP, Energy Centres, Heat and Power, Renewable Energy, Energy Asset Development, Energy Efficiency, Biomass, Power Generation