Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Advance TRS; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Advance TRS is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to join its power infrastructure team in the North of England. You will design HV electrical systems up to 33kV and contribute to major UK power projects.

You will work in a hybrid setup, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to produce designs, drawings and specifications that meet safety and operational standards, while aligning with DNO requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience designing HV electrical systems and projects.
• Knowledge of power networks, substations, and associated equipment.
• Familiarity with DNO standards (SPEN, National Grid) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Producing electrical designs for HV infrastructure projects (up to 33kV).
• Supporting design of substations, cable systems and associated electrical equipment.
• Preparing design drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Liaising with project delivery teams to ensure designs meet operational and safety requirements.
• Supporting design reviews and engineering approvals.
• Ensuring designs comply with DNO standards and industry regulations.

Skills

Electrical design

HV power systems

Substations

DNO standards

Power networks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer - Power Infrastructure

Location: North of England / Hybrid options available

Salary / Rate: Competitive (DOE)

Type: Permanent

We are currently working with a leading infrastructure contractor delivering major power projects across the UK and are looking to speak with experienced Electrical Design Engineers with a background in HV power systems.

This role will involve supporting the design and delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across distribution and transmission networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing electrical designs for HV infrastructure projects (up to 33kV)
• Supporting the design of substations, cable systems and associated electrical equipment
• Preparing design drawings, specifications and technical documentation
• Liaising with project delivery teams to ensure designs meet operational and safety requirements
• Supporting design reviews and engineering approvals
• Ensuring designs comply with DNO standards and industry regulations

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Experience working on HV electrical design projects
• Knowledge of power systems, substations or network infrastructure
• Experience working with DNO standards (SPEN, National Grid, etc. desirable)
• Strong understanding of industry regulations and engineering best practice

Desirable Experience

• Experience designing projects up to 33kV
• Background in power infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams

Opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join a growing programme of major power infrastructure projects and work within a highly experienced engineering team delivering critical network upgrades.