Remote HV Design Engineer (33–132kV)

Deploy Recruitment Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Deploy Recruitment Group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer experienced in high voltage (HV) connections design for 33kV–132kV projects under a major DNO framework. The role involves designing, costing, and delivering HV network schemes, with site visits and stakeholder engagement as part of the project lifecycle.

The candidate will assess load/generation connections, prepare business cases, and ensure compliance with ENA standards, Grid Code, and CDM regulations.

Qualifications

• HV connections and network design for 33kV–132kV.
• Familiar with Electricity Network Regulations and NERS.
• Understanding of DNO/IDNO design standards and approval processes.
• Knowledge of ENA engineering recommendations and industry standards.
• Grid Code requirements relating to protection settings.
• Awareness of HSE and CDM regulations in electrical projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and cost 33kV–132kV network projects (new connections, asset replacement, diversions).
• Analyse network issues and develop robust, cost-effective solutions.
• Assess generation connections and raise tests per requirements.
• Prepare concise business cases for Production Plan authorisation.
• Determine the Point of Connection for new load/generation on HV networks up to 132kV.
• Undertake site visits and stakeholder meetings to support project delivery.

Skills

HV design

33–132kV experience

DNO/IDNO/ICP familiarity

Regulations knowledge

Protection settings

CDM Regulations

HS&E awareness

Driving licence

Education

Electrical and Electronic Engineering degree

Job description

Deploy Recruitment Group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer experienced in high voltage (HV) connections design for 33kV–132kV projects under a major DNO framework. The role involves designing, costing, and delivering HV network schemes, with site visits and stakeholder engagement as part of the project lifecycle.

The candidate will assess load/generation connections, prepare business cases, and ensure compliance with ENA standards, Grid Code, and CDM regulations.