Senior Electrical Engineer (Highways/DNO)

Stockport Nub News; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Remote work potential

Job summary

Stockport Nub News is recruiting a Senior Electrical Engineer to support National Highways projects across the UK. You will deliver electrical infrastructure solutions for EV charging and power connections, reporting to the Principal Engineer and coordinating with DNOs, clients, and contractors.

The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering, Chartered status or progress toward, and experience with DNO connections and LV/HV systems.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer status or progress towards.
• Experience on DNO connections or power distribution projects.
• Knowledge of LV/HV distribution systems and equipment.
• Experience converting load requirements into practical solutions.
• Familiarity with DNO connection applications and studies.
• Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and safety.
• Experience managing multiple projects/sites simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing electrical engineering input to DNO connection projects across multiple sites.
• Reviewing EV charging load demand information and translating requirements into electrical connection solutions.
• Developing and checking designs for 11/0.4kV transformer-coupled RMUs and LV feeder pillars.
• Producing and reviewing electrical engineering documentation (loads, diagrams, specs).
• Supporting DNO connection applications and capacity upgrades.
• Reviewing DNO offers and identifying technical constraints and information needs.
• Assessing and prioritising multiple site connections and activities.
• Working with clients, consultants, contractors, DNOs and stakeholders.

Skills

DNO connections

Load demand analysis

LV/HV distribution

11/0.4kV transformers

RMUs & LV feeder pillars

Stakeholder management

Project management

Technical reporting

UK standards & safety

Risk management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (BEng/BSc)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or IEng

Relevant apprenticeship routes considered

Job description

Responsibilities

• Providing electrical engineering input to DNO connection projects across multiple sites.


• Reviewing EV charging load demand information and translating requirements into electrical connection solutions.


• Developing and checking designs for 11/0.4kV transformer-coupled RMUs and LV feeder pillars.


• Producing and reviewing electrical engineering documentation, including:


• Load schedules


• Single line diagrams


• Equipment specifications and datasheets


• Cable schedules


• Associated design documentation


• Supporting DNO connection applications and capacity upgrades.


• Reviewing DNO offers and identifying technical constraints, actions and information requirements.


• Assessing and prioritising multiple site connections and associated project activities.


• Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, DNOs and other key stakeholders.

Where

Cheadle

Type

Permanent

Salary

Annual

A leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of major National Highways projects across the UK. Working within a highly regarded multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in the development of electrical infrastructure solutions that support the growing demand for EV charging and associated power connections on strategic road networks.

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will report directly to the Principal Engineer and provide technical expertise across multiple National Highways projects. You will be responsible for developing and reviewing electrical connection requirements, liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and supporting the delivery of critical electrical infrastructure schemes.

What you'll need to succeed

• A degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering. Relevant apprenticeship routes will also be considered.


• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status, or demonstrable progress towards professional registration.


• Experience working on DNO connections, electrical infrastructure projects or power distribution schemes.


• Knowledge of LV and HV electrical distribution systems, including 11/0.4kV transformer arrangements, RMUs and LV feeder pillars.


• Experience undertaking electrical load assessments and converting load requirements into practical connection solutions.


• Familiarity with DNO connection applications and electrical connection studies.


• Strong understanding of relevant UK electrical standards, legislation and safety requirements.


• Experience managing multiple projects or sites simultaneously.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


• A proactive approach to risk management, health and safety, and project delivery.

What You'll Get In Return

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.


• Opportunity for remote and potentially part-time working patterns.


• Exposure to nationally significant infrastructure and EV charging projects.


• Professional development and support towards further career progression.


• The chance to work within a collaborative and highly experienced engineering team.