Senior Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer (Energy)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an engineer in Manchester to take on responsibilities including technical evaluations and project management. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering and have experience in overhead line engineering.

This role offers a hybrid working policy, allowing flexibility and work-life balance. Benefits include health and wellbeing support, personal development opportunities, and a commitment to inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, preferably Electrical or Power engineering.
• Experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV.
• Experience on upgrading work projects.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical evaluations and problem-solving solutions.
• Prepare written project proposals including scope and timelines.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Skills

Overhead line engineering experience

Technical problem-solving

Electrical engineering knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

PLS CADD

POLE

TOWER

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Responsibilities

• Providing technical evaluations and offering problem‑solving solutions to different team members.
• Prepare written proposals outlining everything stakeholders should know about a project, including the timeline, allocating resources, budget, objectives, and goals.
• Offer 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, etc.
• Conducting feasibility studies, performing conductor thermal ratings, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Undertake studies to identify a technically preferred solution / layout to take forward to the Client.
• Actively take part in Industry working groups such as CIGRE, IEEE.

Qualifications

• 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 utilisation 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.

Benefits

Work‑life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

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 let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.