Senior & Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Renewable Energy

Vital Energi; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vital Energi is seeking Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our project delivery teams in the UK. You will develop electrical designs for renewables and decarbonisation projects, work across the full lifecycle from concept to handover, and collaborate with internal and client teams to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

You will contribute to design reviews, perform system studies and documentation, and help drive engineering excellence while progressing through Senior,

Qualifications

• Experience producing electrical designs within renewable energy, power generation, power infrastructure, utilities, industrial, building services or related sectors.
• Experience designing LV and/or MV electrical distribution systems, including cable calculations, equipment sizing and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure including substations, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, MCCs and power distribution networks.
• Experience producing electrical calculations, single-line diagrams, schematics, layouts and technical specifications.
• Understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations and relevant industry standards.
• Experience using Amtech (Trimble ProDesign), AutoCAD, ETAP or other electrical design and modelling software would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), solar PV, power generation or grid connection projects would be advantageous.
• Experience working on DNO, IDNO, ICP or utility infrastructure projects would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation for renewable energy, power infrastructure and decarbonisation projects.
• Produce high-quality engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with client requirements, industry standards and applicable legislation.
• Undertake electrical system studies, equipment selection and technical assessments to support safe, efficient and reliable project delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors and suppliers throughout the project lifecycle to deliver practical engineering solutions.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments and engineering assurance activities, including HAZOP and other technical review processes.
• Support the delivery of projects from concept and detailed design through to construction, commissioning and handover.
• Drive engineering excellence by identifying innovative solutions, sharing technical knowledge and contributing to continuous improvement across the business.

Skills

Renewable energy design experience

LV/MV distribution design

Electrical calculations & SLDs

BS7671 knowledge

Amtech/AutoCAD/ETAP knowledge

Grid connections & BESS knowledge

DNO/IDNO/ICP experience

Tools

Amtech ProDesign

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Vital Energi is seeking Senior and Principal Electrical Design Engineers to join our project delivery teams in the UK. You will develop electrical designs for renewables and decarbonisation projects, work across the full lifecycle from concept to handover, and collaborate with internal and client teams to deliver safe, compliant solutions.

You will contribute to design reviews, perform system studies and documentation, and help drive engineering excellence while progressing through Senior,