Senior HV Overhead Lines Design & Delivery Lead

Jacobs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global giving and volunteering program

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Associate Director Overhead Lines (OHL) in Greater London. This role involves leading high-profile projects within our Power & Energy portfolio, including HV overhead lines and energy systems. You will manage and mentor a team, develop engineering documentation, and ensure strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has extensive OHL design experience, an engineering degree, and skills in managing multiple priorities. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in OHL design in UK environments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering drawings and design documentation.
• Lead HV/EHV Overhead Line designs at all project stages.
• Engage in client-facing design reviews.

Skills

OHL design experience (132kV–400kV)

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Technical leadership

Software proficiency (PLS-CADD, AutoCAD)

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil or Electrical)

Chartered Engineer (IET) or towards chartership

Tools

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD

Microstation

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Associate Director Overhead Lines (OHL) in Greater London. This role involves leading high-profile projects within our Power & Energy portfolio, including HV overhead lines and energy systems. You will manage and mentor a team, develop engineering documentation, and ensure strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate has extensive OHL design experience, an engineering degree, and skills in managing multiple priorities. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive workplace culture.