HV Designer/Power Systems Engineer

Amentum; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an HV Designer/Power Systems Engineer to design large industrial facilities including power stations, manufacturing facilities and dockyards. The role offers hybrid working with 1-2 days in the Glasgow or Reading office and occasional site visits.

Successful candidates will have deep HV/LV experience, be able to lead a team of electrical engineers, and hold an MEng in Electrical Engineering. UK national with SC clearance is required.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering up to 11kV and interfacing with 33kV.
• Experience in HV generation/distribution and protection systems.
• Experience in HV/LV network design and analysis using ETAP/AMTECH.
• Contracting experience and relevant site experience.
• Willing to travel and relocate as required.
• Accredited MEng degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead/coordinate electrical deliverables with the project delivery team.
• Supervise a team of electrical engineers/designers through project stages.
• Carry out site surveys/condition assessments to determine requirements.
• Perform HV/LV design calculations for industrial and commercial applications.
• Design control and protection systems, schematics, wiring diagrams.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering up to 11kV

HV/LV design

Power systems

Project coordination

Education

MEng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

AMTECH

Job description

About the opportunity:

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice, and we are looking for an

About the opportunity:

Our Defence and Security provide design and engineering services for our nuclear and defence clients across the UK and abroad. Our team is experiencing exciting growth and long-term prospects within our established practice, and we are looking for an HV Designer/Power Systems Engineer to design large industrial facilities, e.g. power station buildings, large manufacturing facilities, dockyards, etc then we want to speak with you. We offer hybrid working with 1-2 days in the Glasgow Or Reading office. Occasional site visits may be necessary.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Performs the assessment and design and monitors ongoing process of a project, including the coordination of the project with project delivery team.
• Leading/working with a team of Electrical engineers/designers in developing/reviewing engineering deliverables throughout various stages of the project.
• Carrying out site surveys/ condition assessments to determine requirements.
• Experience in utility diversions.
• Performs calculations and evaluations in the design of HV/LV systems and equipment for industrial and commercial applications.
• Design of associated control and protection systems, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical interfaces.
• Prepare plans and drawings, functional and technical specifications, and contract documents.
• Works with Clients and project team members.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, to suit you and our business.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Successful candidates must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Including being a UK national.

• Possess in depth knowledge of the electrical engineering discipline up to 11kV and interfacing with 33kV.
• Experience in HV generation/distribution systems and associated control and protection systems.
• Experience in HV/LV network design and analysis and using industry standard software tools (ETAP/AMTECH)
• Experience in preparing technical reports for electrical designs, with commercial awareness.
• Experience in a contracting environment, relevant site experience.
• Willing to travel and relocation if/when required.
• Good, accredited MEng degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.

Our Culture:

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit Promoting Equality & Diversity in Jobs and Career - VERCIDA to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join us then please, contact us.