Senior Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer (Energy)

Apexcontractingwa; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Overhead Line Engineer to lead a dynamic team in overseeing critical overhead transmission line projects. This role offers the chance to work on high-voltage projects, providing technical evaluations and solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the design and engineering of overhead lines ranging from 11kV to 400kV. With a commitment to inclusivity and employee development, this forward-thinking company offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Health & Wellbeing Program

Development Opportunities

Work-Life Balance

Inclusivity & Diversity Initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV.
• Knowledge of EMF and Field Effects Calculation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervising a team of design engineers on overhead transmission line projects.
• Preparing proposals and providing technical guidance throughout project implementation.

Skills

Overhead Line Engineering

Problem-Solving

Technical Evaluations

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Equivalent Technical Discipline

Tools

PLS-CADD

POLE

TOWER

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer (Energy) role at Apex Contracting Co.

In today's world, it's important to work for a company that has a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important.

In the role of Senior Engineer working on Overhead Transmission Line projects, you will be responsible for supervising a team of design engineers specializing in Overhead (OHL) Transmission Lines. This team will be working on a variety of projects encompassing overhead transmission lines ranging from 11kV to 400kV.

You Will Be

• Providing technical evaluations and offering problem-solving solutions to different team members.
• Preparing written proposals outlining everything stakeholders should know about a project, including the timeline, allocating resources, budget, objectives, and goals.
• Offering technical guidance and input throughout the project implementation, statutory planning, and participation in Public Consultation events.
• Responsible for the engineering and design activities of the team related to the overhead line. This includes PLS-CADD modelling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, developing design criteria, sag-tension calculations, insulator/conductor blowout, swing angle, damper system recommendations, structure spotting, clearance reports, conductor, and insulator selection.
• Conducting feasibility studies, performing conductor thermal ratings, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Undertaking studies to identify a technically preferred solution/layout to take forward to the Client.
• Actively participating in Industry working groups such as CIGRE, IEEE.

If you have experience of the following we'd love to hear from you:

• A bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline, preferably Electrical or Power engineering.
• Experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV.
• Experience on upgrading work projects such as utilization of High Temperature Low Sag conductors.
• Desirable skills PLS CADD / POLE / TOWER.
• Knowledge of conducting galloping studies, EMF and Field Effects Calculation, Wake effect, AC Interference for Gas pipelines would be advantageous.
• The ability to travel as projects dictate.

What's in it for you?

• Work-life balance: Our hybrid working policy allows flexibility to work from home as well as collaborating in our offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Diversity: We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity.
• Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people through our Thrive programme.
• Flex your time: WSP offers flexible working arrangements and the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement.
• Your development: We invest in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

Here at WSP, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.