HV/EHV Design Engineering Lead

ESP Utilities Group Ltd; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

ESP Utilities Group Ltd seeks an ambitious Design Engineering Lead with strong HV/EHV knowledge to drive safe network adoption and project delivery. You will manage a team of engineers, ensuring design and safety standards are met while liaising with customers and upstream parties.

You will mentor staff, own process improvements, and contribute to KPI performance in a hybrid office setup with 3 days on-site in Surrey and 2 days remote.

Qualifications

• LV & HV electricity network design experience with IT-based design tools like WinDebut and IPSA.
• Proficiency in 2D CAD drawing.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to working.
• Natural ability to lead and motivate others.
• Strong focus on delivering first-class customer service.
• Positive, innovative approach to problem solving.
• Ability to build trust with stakeholders at varying seniority.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Design Engineers across Gas, Water, and Electric classes.
• Ensure compliance with design, construction, and safety standards per ESP policies.
• Liaise with customers on network design issues for policy compliance.
• Oversee applications for connections on ESP managed networks.
• Evaluate reinforcement requirements and coordinate with upstream parties.
• Maintain relationships with ESP and upstream stakeholders for capacity and demand.
• Contribute to reviews of operational procedures and technical standards.
• Assess land rights needs and collaborate with customers to minimize legal actions.
• Coach and mentor team members to develop their careers within the industry.
• Own process improvements to boost efficiency and customer service.
• Escalate customer feedback when needed and support junior staff.
• Track projects and performance data against KPIs and SLAs.

Skills

LV & HV network design

2D CAD drawing

MS Office

Leadership

Customer service

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Tools

WinDebut

IPSA

CAD software

Job description

ESP Utilities Group Ltd seeks an ambitious Design Engineering Lead with strong HV/EHV knowledge to drive safe network adoption and project delivery. You will manage a team of engineers, ensuring design and safety standards are met while liaising with customers and upstream parties.

You will mentor staff, own process improvements, and contribute to KPI performance in a hybrid office setup with 3 days on-site in Surrey and 2 days remote.