Junior Design Engineer (Electrical)

Ipsum; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Wakefield is seeking a Junior Design Engineer to support the design phase of major electrical and civil projects. This role involves engaging with teams to ensure compliance with standards and requires a Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Engineering. Ideal candidates will have experience in power distribution systems and AutoCAD. The firm offers a supportive career environment with numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

24 annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development opportunities

Mental health support and counselling

Cycle to Work scheme

Life assurance cover

Qualifications

• Experience in the electricity, power distribution systems, or renewables industry.
• At least 1 year experience in a design or project management role.
• Experience managing the design phase of projects from tender through to construction.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Designers in the design phase of multiple Major projects.
• Engage with Tendering and Construction team for technical support.
• Ensure all designs are safe and compliant with standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

AutoCAD

Project Management

Design Process Mapping

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Suite

CDEGS

IPSA

Power Factory

Solid Works

Job description

What's in it for you

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it.

24 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more !

Life assurance cover

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Long service recognition

Active local social committees

Regular social events

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community

About the role

Major projects typically consists of electrical and civil designs for: ICP connections from 33kV to 132kV, private networks from 11kV to 132kV, renewable energy projects and balance of plant. Typical project value £1M-£15M. As a Junior Design Engineer you will be responsible for supporting the Senior Designers in all aspects of the design phase of multiple Major projects

As a Junior Design Engineer you will

Engage with Tendering and Construction team to facilitate support on technical queries and handovers thought the client journey. Assist in mapping and defining design processes, and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Ipsum Power Ltd and its customers. Minor design amendments and AutoCAD work as needed and support the delivery design phase of projects up 400kV with appropriate use of specialist contractors. We require you to ensure all designs are safe, technically correct, compliant, and deliverable and support senior engineers in maintaining risk register.

About you

Level 3 Qualification in either Electrical Engineering (required) and Membership of professional body (desirable). You will have a t least 1 years' experience in a design or project management role and it is essential that you have experience in the electricity, power distribution systems, or renewables industry. Experience in managing design phase of projects from tender through to construction and a good sound knowledge of AutoCAD suit (or similar)is required for the role. With a knowledge of discipline specific programs (e.g. CDEGS, IPSA, Power Factory, Solid works) Awareness of statutory requirements, legislation and technical advances within scope of specialism of statutory. requirements, legislation and technical advances within scope of specialism, with a an u nderstanding of the renewables and power distribution/transmission industry

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Major projects typically consists of electrical and civil designs for: ICP connections from 33kV to 132kV, private networks from 11kV to 132kV, renewable energy projects and balance of plant. Typical project value £1M-£15M.