OHL Engineer

ARM; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an Overhead Line Engineer to design and deliver critical power transmission infrastructure. You will work on major projects, focusing on overhead line systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates hold a degree in engineering and have experience in overhead line design. The position offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, career development support, and a commitment to a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Career development support

Health and wellbeing programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Prior experience in overhead line design up to 400 kV.
• Knowledge of galloping studies and AC interference is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design overhead power line systems including structure selection.
• Prepare detailed drawings and specifications.
• Conduct site surveys to inform design decisions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Skills

Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering degree

Overhead line design experience up to 400 kV

Familiarity with design software like PLS-CADD

Ability to conduct site visits

Education

Degree in Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world truly needs?

Join a global engineering consultancy that's shaping the future of energy infrastructure and contributing to the UK's journey to Net Zero. You'll collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the field, work on landmark projects, and have access to cutting‑edge tools and resources that enable you to do your best work.

The Role

As an Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering the next generation of power transmission infrastructure. With major projects already underway and an exciting pipeline ahead, this is a fantastic opportunity to help design and deliver over 300 km of new OHL systems across the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Design overhead power line systems, including the selection of structures, conductors, and insulators.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using tools such as AutoCAD and PLS‑CADD.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to inform design decisions.
• Perform technical calculations to ensure the structural integrity and electrical performance of overhead lines.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, and other stakeholders to deliver integrated project outcomes.
• Review and approve design changes and provide technical support during construction.
• Carry out quality assurance checks and design reviews.
• Keep up to date with the latest technologies and practices in OHL design and transmission engineering.

About You

We're looking for someone who's technically skilled, collaborative, and passionate about making an impact in sustainable energy. You'll ideally have:

• A degree in Electrical, Power, or Civil Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline).
• Prior experience in overhead line design up to 400 kV.
• Experience with OHL upgrade projects (e.g., utilisation of High Temperature Low Sag conductors).
• Knowledge of galloping studies, EMF and Field Effects calculations, wake effects, and AC interference (desirable).
• Proficiency with design software such as PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, and PLS‑TOWER (advantageous).
• The flexibility to travel for site visits and project delivery.

If you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you – we value potential as much as experience.

What's in It for You

• Flexible hybrid working – typically two days a week from home.
• Career development – structured support for professional growth, mentoring, and Chartership.
• Health and wellbeing – comprehensive support including access to medical consultations, wellness programmes, and discounted gym memberships.
• Work‑life balance – flexible hours, the option to purchase additional leave, and time each day for personal wellbeing.
• Inclusive culture – a workplace that values diversity, authenticity, and collaboration.

Why Join Us

You'll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation committed to innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our people are united by a shared purpose: to design and deliver infrastructure that has a lasting, positive impact on communities and the environment.

If you're ready to be part of something bigger – and build a better future for yourself and others – we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the future.

Disclaimer

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.