HV Designer/Power Systems Engineer

Amentum; Spencers Wood; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical cover

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave

Employee assistance program

Professional development reimburse

Job summary

Amentum seeks an HV Designer/Power Systems Engineer to design large industrial facilities such as power stations and major manufacturing sites in the UK. The role offers hybrid working with 1–2 days in Glasgow or Reading offices, with occasional site visits.

You will lead electrical engineering deliverables, conduct surveys, perform HV/LV calculations, and develop protection systems and schematics, working with clients and project teams across diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.
• Knowledge up to 11kV and interfacing with 33kV.
• Experience in HV generation/distribution systems.
• Experience in contracting environment and site experience.
• Willing to travel and relocate as required.
• Experience in HV/LV network design and analysis using industry tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead or collaborate with a team of Electrical engineers/designers on project deliverables.
• Conduct site surveys/condition assessments to determine requirements.
• Perform HV/LV design calculations for industrial and commercial applications.
• Design control and protection systems, electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Prepare plans, drawings, specs, and contract documents.
• Coordinate with clients and project delivery teams.
• Travel and relocation as needed for project work.

Skills

HV/LV design

Team leadership

Site surveys

ETAP

AMTECH

11kV/33kV interfacing

Electrical engineering

Contracting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

AMTECH

Job description

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.,

• 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.

• 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 degree in Electrical Engineering or similar.

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work. When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

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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. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact .

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.