Layout Design Engineer

Morson Talent; Manchester; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Talent is seeking a skilled Layout Design Engineer for a permanent role with Electricity North West in Salford. The ideal candidate will have a HNC in Electrical Engineering, expertise in AutoCAD, and experience in designing electrical layouts for high voltage systems. Key responsibilities include driving major electricity projects, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring design standards are met throughout the project lifecycle. Attractive benefits include annual bonuses, extensive leave, and development opportunities.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Car allowance or company vehicle

Private healthcare

Market-leading contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must have layout experience and knowledge of electrical layouts for DNO systems.
• Handled design projects up to 132kV, working with contractors and project managers.
• Must be capable of working effectively in team-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement electrical layouts for Major Electricity Projects.
• Manage appropriate contractors and coordinate with project managers.
• Produce technical specifications and manage drawing archives.

Skills

Communication Skills

Creative Thinking

Teamwork

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

RasterCAD

Job description

Layout Design Engineer
Location: Salford
Type: Permanent Staff
Salary: £62,145.96 - £68,340.96

Morson Talent are working in partnership with Electricity North West who are responsible for delivering power to over five million people. They're champions of the North West and are proud that it's their electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.

A key part of the UK's journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of their electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West's electricity network operator, it's their responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.

In December 2024, Electricity Norh West were proud to be named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said they punched above their weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry's most difficult challenges. Come and be part of the team and make a difference.

The Role:
Electrical Layout Designer for Capital Projects on DNO systems up to and including 132kV, producing detailed design drawings using ACAD, and working closely with Project Mangers, Construction Engineers and Design Engineers Managers to ensure that all 132/33/11/6.6kV projects achieve the programme objectives of time, cost and quality, at each key milestone stage, to meet requirements of the agreed programme.
Must establish and maintain a flexible and adaptable approach to change, being able to respond rapidly and develop creative solutions.
Operating effectively as part of the Grid and Primary Major Projects design team the post holder will forge strong working relationships with other team members within Major Projects, across the company and Client organisations.
This would be considered as a development role providing the candidate can demonstrate relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for developing and implementation of electrical layouts that deliver cost effective solutions for Major Electricity Projects.
• Responsible for the electrical layout design to ensure that project designs are developed in the appropriate and consistent format.
• Management of appropriate contractors during the whole life of projects requiring liaison with project managers, design, construction and project control sections.
• Responsible for providing accurate forecasts of information for the range of projects under their control.
• Managing Drawing Archives and Document Management System.
• Production of technical specifications for plant and associated with the layout, including structures, insulators, busbars and connectors.
• Responsible for developing, and agreeing with the layout team and other departments, appropriate design standards for electrical layouts.
• Responsible for production of Lighting and Small Power and earthing designs.
• Attending Option Approval Group site meetings and other site surveys to develop electrical layouts using the Standard Solutions Methodology.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and must be able to demonstrate relevant layout experience.
• Expert user of AutoCAD.
• Expert user of RasterCAD.
• Good knowledge of 132kV, 33kV and 11/6.6kV systems and substations including switchgear, transformers, overhead and underground circuits.
• Experienced with electrical engineering design & practices and have good knowledge of the electricity distribution business.
• Experience of CDM regulations relating to utility projects.
• Good team working and communication skills.
• Creative thinker, able to pre-empt project/schedule issues and adapt to change.
• Must be capable of drawing accurately to scale using model and paper space, layering etc and be able to manipulate views effectively.
• Must be able to produce plans and elevations from site measurements or archive drawings.

What Electricity North West is offer

As a vital team member, and in return for expertise, an inclusive approach, and commitment, Electricity North West offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a passionate and welcoming team. The organisation is committed to supporting its people and is proud of its reward and benefits package, which includes:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Private healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunities for professional development through its learning and development function

Electricity North West values its people and is passionate about creating a great place to work where everyone can be themselves, reach their full potential, and build lasting careers. The company is committed to increasing diversity of thought and talent within its workforce, aiming to recruit people who are representative of the communities it serves. Embracing differences is seen as a strength that makes the organisation stronger.

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Your candidate experience is at the utmost importance to us. If you are not yet ready to apply but would like to discuss any of the above or require any reasonable adjustments (e.g. being able to apply in a different format), please contact (url removed) to arrange a confidential conversation.