Technical Director, Critical HV Power & Resilience

Ramboll; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Technical Director – Critical Systems. This role requires expertise in High Voltage (HV) systems and Low Voltage (LV) networks to lead innovative electrical design solutions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership on projects aimed at enhancing resilience and supporting sustainable practices in various sectors, including infrastructure and healthcare.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Matched pension contributions

Private medical cover and life assurance

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in private HV networks up to 33 kV including substation design.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, ideally with the IET.
• Strong understanding of resilience and redundancy architectures.

Responsibilities

• Act as the UK electrical subject matter expert for all Critical Systems projects up to 33 kV.
• Lead concept and detailed designs for HV and LV power distribution systems.
• Provide technical assurance on electrical infrastructure projects.

Skills

High Voltage (HV) systems

Low Voltage (LV) networks

Power system analysis software (ETAP, Trimble)

Technical leadership

Communication and stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Trimble

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham seeks a Technical Director – Critical Systems. This role requires expertise in High Voltage (HV) systems and Low Voltage (LV) networks to lead innovative electrical design solutions. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership on projects aimed at enhancing resilience and supporting sustainable practices in various sectors, including infrastructure and healthcare.