Senior Earthing Design Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Earthing Design Engineer to join their HV team in Derby. This role focuses on delivering high-quality design and engineering solutions for HV substation projects, contributing to a dynamic work environment with exceptional growth opportunities. Candidates with a strong educational background and proven engineering experience will thrive in this exciting position.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount schemes for gym memberships and mobile phones

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly policies

Access to employee assistance programme

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• A minimum of a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with a Power/HV focus is required.
• Experience undertaking Earthing Studies using CDEGS software is essential.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Producing single-line diagrams, earthing schematics, and technical documents.
• Managing project deliverables through quality assurance processes.
• Supporting CAD technicians and collaborating within a diverse team.

Skills

CDEGS software experience

Knowledge of UK Earthing Design standards

Education

BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering (Power/HV focus)

MEng/MSc in Electrical Engineering (Power/HV focus)

Job description

My client has experienced significant growth within the Transmission & Distribution sector in recent years, securing several major projects across the UK. As demand for exceptional engineering design continues to rise, they are looking for a Senior Earthing Design Engineer to join their HV team.

Reporting to the HV Discipline Lead, the role will focus on maintaining the quality and consistency of the team’s output in the production and management of studies, drawings, and technical documents. The successful candidate will also collaborate with the Power Sector Director during the bid process to secure future projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow within a dynamic organisation and explore various career development paths while working on industry-leading projects.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have experience producing designs, calculations, reports, and drawings for new or modified HV substation projects (11kV to 400kV), including primary design and engineering aspects. Responsibilities include:

• Producing single-line diagrams, earthing schematics, earthing layouts, CDEGS studies, earth potential rise calculations, technical specifications, and impressed voltage studies.
• Managing project deliverables through a thorough checking and quality assurance process.
• Supporting CAD technicians with drawing development and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Working collaboratively within a diverse team and demonstrating the ability to work independently.

Requirements

Qualifications

• A minimum of a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering with a Power/HV focus.
• Ideally, an MEng/MSc in Electrical Engineering with a Power/HV focus.
• Progress towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is desirable but not essential.
• Working towards CDAE accreditation by National Grid would be advantageous but is not essential.

Experience

• Proven experience undertaking Earthing Studies using CDEGS software.
• Strong knowledge of UK Earthing Design standards and specifications.

What’s on Offer

My client provides a supportive and professional working environment alongside some of the most talented individuals in the industry. Their modern, accessible offices create a comfortable place to work, and their salary and benefits package is one of the best in the sector. Benefits include:

• Company car or car allowance.
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• 25 days of annual leave, with the option to buy additional leave.
• Discount schemes, including gym memberships and mobile phones.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Access to an employee assistance programme.
• Opportunities for professional development.

About the Employer

My client is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace, promoting diversity and equality across all areas of the business.

If you are looking for your next career opportunity in the HV sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.