Junior Electrical Design Engineer

Optimum Recruit Limited; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the power solutions industry is recruiting a Junior Electrical Design Engineer. In this role, you will contribute to HV/LV design related to electricity connections and diversions. Your input will ensure the highest service standards while maintaining compliance with engineering specifications. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and have a solid understanding of distribution networks.

Qualifications

• Degree with modules in Power Distribution required.
• Experience in utility sector is essential.
• Connections design experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design Contestable Connection schemes per engineering directives.
• Produce effective plans and drawings for projects.
• Manage own portfolio of design work, on time and budget.

Skills

Organisational awareness

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a permanent Junior Electrical Design Engineer to join our client's existing team on a permanent basis.

As an Junior Electrical Engineer, you will play a critical role in the team, undertaking HV/LV design and planning related to the construction and installation of new electricity contestable connections and diversions from LV up to 132kV. Your expertise will help to deliver the best possible service to customers and ensure that the company continue to lead the way in the power solutions industry.

Responsibilities:

• To design Contestable Connection schemes in accordance with Engineering directives
• Produce effective plans and schematic drawings for all aspects of the project
• Escalate any major or commercial issues experienced in the team to the Design Manager
• Design electricity connections to engineering standards including DNO/IDNO, ENA and BS7671 specifications
• Make site visits to ascertain detailed information related to the design and planning of a project
• Manage own portfolio of design work, on time and within budget
• Ensure design compliance with CDM

Experience / Knowledge:

• Previous experience in the utility sector in a similar role
• A sound understanding of distribution networks
• Previous experience of connections design is a distinct advantage

Qualifications:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline, with modules in Power Distribution

Attributes:

• Solid organisational awareness and ability
• Ability to work effectively within a team, with good communication skills and a collaborative ethic
• Customer service orientated, and a desire to achieve the best results
• Analytical thinker