Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Omega Red; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Omega Red Group as a Lead Electrical Design Engineer in Birmingham, where you will lead the design and analysis of earthing systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a challenging environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating with a dedicated engineering team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical design and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer with a strong background in electrical power distribution.
• Experience with earthing system analysis.
• Chartered Engineering (CEng) is desirable or must be working towards a relevant engineering qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and analysis of earthing systems using various software tools.
• Ensure timely completion of design packages meeting client specifications.
• Collaborate with external engineering consultants and liaise with Distribution Network Operators.

Skills

Electrical Design

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

BEng / MEng in Electrical, Civil, or Process Engineering

Job description

Job Title Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Location Birmingham (Regular travel to Nottingham Office required)

Package From £65,000 + Benefits

Join Omega Red Group as Lead Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Hybrid Working (Nottingham)

Omega Red Group is seeking a talented and driven Lead Electrical Design Engineer to join our Electrical Design team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a growth mindset who has the ambition to help Omega Red enhance its reputation as a market leader within its key market sectors.

Whether you're an experienced Lead Engineer ready for a new challenge where your impact will be truly valued, or a seasoned Electrical Design Engineer we are committed to investing in the right individual for this role.

Who We Are

Omega Red Group is part of SSI Services (UK) Ltd, a division of South Staffordshire Plc. Omega Red Group is a specialist design, installation, testing and maintenance contractor, within the electrical earthing, lightning protection, height safety and EV charging installation market. Operating nationally, the business focuses on providing top quality safety-critical services for the protection of people, buildings and infrastructure. Omega Red Group is a successful, growing company that is looking for talented employees who want to work in an environment that is challenging and rewarding.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Operations, the Lead Electrical Design Engineer with be responsible for the following key areas:

• Lead the design and analysis of earthing systems, utilising various software tools to ensure accuracy and effectiveness.
• Facilitate the in-house design and engineering team, driving standardisation and compliance.
• Ensure the timely completion of design packages, taking responsibility for cost quality, safety which meets clients and industry specifications.
• Support the technical aspects of a team of engineers, ensuring all engineering deliverables are provided on time during both the acquisition and execution stages of projects.
• Collaborate with external engineering consultants, delegating work packages to complement in-house efforts.
• Liaise with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) to ensure design compliance with all relevant standards.

What You’ll Need

• Proven experience as an Electrical Design Engineer, ideally with a strong background in electrical power distribution, HV and LV design and practical implementation.
• Experience with earthing system analysis.
• Chartered Engineering (CEng) is desirable or must be working towards or hold a relevant engineering qualification (BEng / MEng in Electrical, Civil, or Process Engineering which is preferable).
• Proactive and solution-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid full driving licence is required, with occasional travel as needed.

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