Senior Design Engineer (Civils)

Ipsum Group; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Design Project Manager, where you will oversee the design phase of major electrical and civil projects. This role offers the chance to engage with stakeholders, manage design processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering essential services and making a positive impact on local communities. The company values its employees and offers opportunities for professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about the utility sector and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Occupational Health support

Cycle to Work

Additional holiday purchase option

Employee Discount Scheme

Social Committees

Life Assurance Cover

Flexible Working

Long Service Awards

Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in a design role within electricity or renewables.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements and legislation in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design phase of major projects and manage stakeholders.
• Ensure designs are compliant, safe, and technically correct.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Problem Solving

Customer Focused

Organized

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Level 5 Qualification in Electrical or Civil Engineering

Membership of Professional Body

Incorporated Engineer or Chartership

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

CDEGS

IPSA

Power Factory

Solid Works

Job description

Major projects typically consist of electrical and civil designs for: ICP connections from 33kV to 132kV, private networks from 11kV to 132kV, renewable energy projects, and balance of plant. Typical project value £1M-£15M. As a Design Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the design phase of multiple Major projects, supporting the Design manager, and providing technical support to stakeholders throughout the business.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Manage stakeholders internal and external maintaining good relationships.
• Engage with Tendering and Construction team to offer support on technical queries and facilitate handover through the client journey.
• Represent Ipsum Power Ltd when required at customers and other 3rd party meetings.
• Identify and communicate commercial opportunities.
• Attend site as required.
• Assist in mapping and defining design processes.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies, and procedures of Ipsum Power Ltd and its customers.
• Ensure working practices and processes are followed.
• Design checks on all for construction Civil or electrical drawings issued by designers and contractors.
• Minor design amendments and AutoCAD work as needed.
• Delivery design phase of projects up to 400kV with appropriate use of specialist contractors.
• Escalate to manager any risks or nonconformances.
• Manage day-to-day activities of design contractors working on assigned projects.
• Be the main point of contact for clients for all design-related issues.
• Manage validation of contractor invoices against programme and contract within limits of delegated authority.
• Maintain positive cashflow and escalate any financial variation from contract or PO to design manager.
• Order any long lead items, once design is approved or risk profile agreed for off design orders within delegated level of authority.
• Ensure all designs are safe, technically correct, compliant, and deliverable.
• Meet KPI's and SLA.
• Own and maintain risk register for each project.
• Meet with Design manager regularly and report on progress against programme, risk management, and financials.
• Deliver design phase of projects as sold to client.
• Provide Technical support for other departments in the business.
• Provide cover for other team members as needed during planned absences.
• Any other work as required by the business.
• Act as mentor and support development of more junior team members.
• Act with delegated authority of the Design Manager where required.

About You

Desirable Qualifications [& Professional Membership(s)]:

• Level 5 Qualification in either electrical or Civil engineering (required).
• Membership of professional body (required).
• Incorporated engineer or Chartership (Desirable).
• At least 4 years’ experience in a design role (required).
• At least 4 years’ experience in the electricity, power distribution systems, or renewables industry (required).
• Experience in managing design phase of projects from tender through to construction (required).
• Experience in design checking and design sign off (desirable).
• Knowledge of AutoCAD suite (or similar) (required).
• Knowledge of discipline specific programs (e.g. CDEGS, IPSA, Power Factory, Solid works) (desirable).
• Experience of operating in a commercial, multi-divisional organisation (desirable).
• Solid and up-to-date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation, and technical advances within scope of specialism (e.g. General: HASAWA, NRSWA, C.O.S.H.H., CDM. For electrical specialism: P28, G5/5, G99. Industry standard civil design legislation, regulation, and standards) (required).
• Understanding of the renewables and power distribution/transmission industry (desirable).

Skills & Personal Qualities:

• Skilled in stakeholder management.
• Organized and self-motivated.
• Analytical problem solver.
• Customer focused.
• Be able to use the basic Microsoft packages such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Proficient in the use of project management tools (e.g. MS Project) (desirable).

Your New Company

The UK’s utility sector is ever-evolving and expanding to meet increasing customer requirements. At Ipsum, our vision is to be the leading customer service-focused provider of specialist utility and infrastructure solutions, operating on both public and private networks. We are looking for someone passionate about the industry and supporting our teams in delivering essential services 4/7/365, making a real difference to local people and communities.

At Ipsum, we are committed to supporting and developing our people to achieve their full potential. As a fast-growing and ambitious business, we offer opportunities to acquire a wide range of skills and gain broad and varied experience to help you progress in your career. Our investment in our people enhances our expertise and flexibility, enabling us to deliver the highest standard of service to our customers.

Our Benefits

We value our people and offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

• Occupational Health support
• Cycle to Work
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday per year
• Employee Discount Scheme: Discounts on hundreds of retailers, including supermarkets, mobile phone/broadband providers, gym memberships, and more
• Social Committees: Established local social committees with a calendar of regular social events
• Life Assurance Cover
• Flexible Working
• Long Service Awards
• Volunteer Opportunities: Opportunities to volunteer and make a difference through local community projects and initiatives

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Remote/Hybrid with either Bromsgrove or Wakefield