Overhead Line Design Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Nechells; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting company is seeking a Senior OHL Design Engineer to work on NG schemes in Birmingham. This role, available on a flexible part-time bases or as full-time remote work, involves designing overhead line projects and ensuring compliance with technical standards. The position is ideal for experienced engineers looking to contribute significantly to engineering projects while offering mentoring to junior team members.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing OHL projects and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Experience mentoring and providing technical support to junior engineers.
• Strong technical document management and approval skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards.
• Review and approve technical documents related to OHL design.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to assure project delivery.

Skills

OHL design

Technical guidance

Compliance standards

Client liaison

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Birmingham (Aston), United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Currently, we’re looking for a Senior OHL Design Engineer to support NG schemes on a 12-month consulting basis. This role offers flexible working arrangements (part-time hours considered), remote working, and is outside IR35.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Undertake the design and development of OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and client requirements.
• Act as CDAE on behalf of the schemes.
• Develop technical solutions and provide guidance on all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing, insulation selection, lightning protection, structure and foundation design and analysis.
• Review and approve technical documents, such as specifications, drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the required quality standards.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers.

If you or anyone in your network is interested, please apply below or email directly: [emailprotected].