Principal Engineer - Overhead Transmission Lines (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group is seeking a Principal Engineer - OHL to support high‑profile Power & Energy projects in the UK. The role focuses on 132kV–400kV overhead line design, leading technical workstreams and mentoring a team of engineers.

You will work within a hybrid setup, coordinating with internal teams and clients, ensuring delivery of safe, compliant and efficient transmission line solutions. Experience with UK standards is essential.

Qualifications

• OHL design experience in 132kV–400kV, ideally UK transmission/ distribution.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead technical workstreams and deliver under pressure.
• Proficient in PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, PLS-Pole and AutoDesk tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software like PLS-CADD, AutoCAD and Microstation.
• Oversee line routing, sag-tension calculations, structure analysis, conductor selection, clearance reports, and design documentation.
• Prepare and review proposals and reports detailing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Engage in client-facing design reviews and technical workshops.
• Lead and mentor a team of specialist design engineers on overhead transmission line solutions.
• Identify and manage project risks to ensure successful delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Risk management

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-Tower

PLS-Pole

AutoDesk tools

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group is seeking a Principal Engineer - OHL to support high‑profile Power & Energy projects in the UK. The role focuses on 132kV–400kV overhead line design, leading technical workstreams and mentoring a team of engineers.

You will work within a hybrid setup, coordinating with internal teams and clients, ensuring delivery of safe, compliant and efficient transmission line solutions. Experience with UK standards is essential.