HV Design Engineer

Deploy Recruitment Group; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Recruitment Group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer with HV connections experience to join a major DNO framework. Projects span 33kV to 132kV, with remote working supported and a preference for candidates based in Yorkshire.

Role involves design and cost estimation of HV network projects, problem analysis, and preparation of business cases for authorisation within timelines, including site visits and stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications

• HV connections experience with DNO/IDNO/ICP is required.
• Knowledge of Electricity Network Regulations and NERS.
• Understanding of ENA engineering guidelines and grid code basics.

Responsibilities

• Design and cost 33kV-132kV network projects (new connections, asset replacement, diversions).
• Analyse network issues and develop robust, cost-effective solutions.
• Assess generation connections and raise Witness Testing jobs as needed.
• Prepare concise business cases for authorisation within timelines.
• Determine Point of Connection for load/generation enquiries on HV networks to 132kV.
• Undertake site visits and stakeholder meetings to support delivery.

Skills

HV network design

33kV-132kV design

Problem analysis

Education

Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Design Engineer with experience in high voltage (HV) connections design to join a major DNO framework. Schemes are from 33kV - 132kV and remote working is supported (with a preference for candidates to be based in Yorkshire).

Role:

• Design and cost 33kV - 132kV network projects, such as new connections, asset replacement and diversions.
• Analyse network issues and performance problems, developing technically robust, cost-effective solutions to improve network performance and reliability.
• Assess generation connections and raise jobs for Witness Testing in accordance with relevant technical and operational requirements.
• Prepare concise business cases in the required format and present them for authorisation within agreed timescales, supporting the timely delivery of the Production Plan.
• Determine the appropriate Point of Connection (POC) for new load and generation enquiries on HV networks up to 132kV.
• Undertake site visits, stakeholder meetings and other site-based activities as required to support project development and delivery.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Previous experience in HV connections or general HV network design between 33kV and 132kV with a DNO, IDNO or ICP
• Knowledge and application of Electricity Network Regulations and National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS) requirements.
• Understanding of DNO and IDNO design standards, technical requirements, and scheme approval processes.
• Application of relevant ENA Engineering Recommendations and industry standards in network design.
• Understanding of Grid Code requirements relating to protection settings and network protection.
• Awareness and application of Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) requirements within the electricity industry.
• Understanding and application of CDM Regulations.
• Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Driving licence.

This is a great opportunity for an HV Design Engineer to join a respected power engineering consultancy with an excellent reputation for career development and progression on a significant DNO framework.