Electrical Designer (CMI)

TN United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Electrical CMI Designer, where you will play a vital role in the project refinement team. You will engage in site visits, ensuring compliance and feasibility for network alterations. This role is crucial in enabling the company to achieve its Net Zero ambitions, making a real impact on energy transformation. Join a forward-thinking energy company committed to providing greener electricity and investing in low-carbon infrastructure. If you have the skills and passion for sustainable energy, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP

24/7 counselling

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in design, consents, and construction of cable routes and overhead lines.
• Knowledge of NRSWA code of practice is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Make network alterations from LV cables to 33kV poles.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure compliance and feasibility.
• Produce design deliverables ready for handover.

Skills

Design of cable routes

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Organizational skills

Health and safety qualifications (IOSH)

Education

HNC in relevant field

Job description

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Location and Salary

Base Location: Swindon, Melksham, Andover, Slough, Oxford, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot, IOW, Basingstoke, New Forest, Poole, West London, Reading or Theale

Salary: £46,626 - £54,154 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

About the Role

We are looking for an Electrical CMI Designer to join our team! As a CMI (Construction, Maintenance and Inspection) Designer, you will be working as part of our project refinement team responsible for a portfolio of work.

You will be required to complete site visits across SSEN's South Distribution Network, liaising with all stakeholders to ensure the scheme you are working on is fully compliant and feasible for delivery.

You will ensure that all network alterations driven by our CAPEX and OPEX Investment can be constructed safely, cost-effectively, and in accordance with SSEN's Policies and Procedures.

This is an exciting opportunity as you will be at the forefront of enabling SSE to meet its Net Zero ambitions.

Responsibilities

1. Make a variety of network alterations, refurbishments, and wayleave terminations from LV cables, 11kV distribution substations up to and including 33kV poles.
2. Liaise with customers, land agents, local authorities, and SSE colleagues to achieve a fit-for-purpose design, including site visits.
3. Identify archaeology, ecological, environmental concerns, and other land designations prior to works starting.
4. Produce design deliverables (drawings, documents, access packages, and PCI's) to be ready for handover with the construction team, using SSEN's Design Standards.
5. Ensure all schemes handed to delivery are CDM compliant, reducing and mitigating all health and safety risks.

Candidate Requirements

1. Knowledge and experience in the design, consents, and construction of new cable routes, overhead lines, network refurbishment, plant replacement, and alterations on the LV to 33kV networks is advantageous.
2. An HNC or relevant experience in a similar field is desirable but not essential.
3. Knowledge of CDM regulations and experience working with the NRSWA code of practice.
4. IOSH or similar health and safety qualification is advantageous.
5. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently under pressure.
6. Regular travel is required; candidates must hold a current driving license.

About SSE

SSE aims to be a leading energy company in a net-zero world. We are transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with more investments planned.

Part of the wider SSE group, we power 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of over 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors, and energy experts ensure a safe, reliable electricity supply while investing in low-carbon infrastructure.

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling, interest-free loans on tech and transport, and generous family entitlements such as maternity, adoption, and paternity leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SSE is committed to an inclusive workplace, making reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and those underrepresented in our industry.

Application Process

Apply online using the Apply Now box. Successful applicants will undergo criminality and credit checks before starting work.