Transmission and Distribution Opportunities

AECOM; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to join their Transmission and Distribution team in Newcastle upon Tyne. This role involves supporting the UK's energy infrastructure transformation and working on innovative projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Candidates should have an electrical engineering qualification and experience in transmission and distribution projects. AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model and various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience on transmission and distribution projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience working with relevant engineering design standards.

Responsibilities

• Join the Transmission & Distribution Engineering team.
• Support the network development for grid modernization.
• Contribute to innovative low-carbon energy solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering design consultancy

Communication skills

Knowledge of BS/Eurocodes

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Power Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, BSc/BEng, MSc/MEng)

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Energy: At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As Europe accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we’re playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low-carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.

Transmission and Distribution (T&D)

We have a tremendously challenging programme in front of us in the run up to achieving 2030 net zero targets. New overhead lines, underground cables, substations, battery storage and subsea links are all needed – and quickly. AECOM Transmission and Distribution is currently supporting the network development which will underpin grid modernisation. Our experts are involved at all stages of grid modernisation – and so can you be if you join us.

Come grow with us

Join our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Engineering team which provides a range of services from the initial concept through High Voltage Power Systems Analysis, Cabling, Substations, Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure, System Balancing and Compensation, Protection Systems, SCADA, Communications, Converter Station Design, HVDC Systems and Interconnectors including overseas links.

Working to modernise the UK’s Energy Infrastructure

AECOM has been recently appointed to provide design and consenting services for the UK's National Grid’s Great Grid Program, in a joint venture with Arup. This £9bn initiative aims to enhance the electricity transmission network, ensuring the integration of renewable energy sources, including offshore wind farms, into the grid by 2030, which will also support future projects beyond 2030. The project focuses on upgrading infrastructure to meet future energy demands, reduce fossil fuel dependency, and support the UK's net zero emissions target.

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join a very experienced, growing, industry-leading Transmission & Distribution team, and develop your skills on transformational work which will make a huge impact towards delivering the energy transition?

At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

• An electrical/electronic/power engineering or similar qualification, such as an HNC, HND, BSc/BEng and/or an MSc/MEng.
• Demonstrable electrical engineering design consultancy experience working on transmission and distribution projects.
• Working knowledge of BS and/or Eurocodes for relevant engineering design standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing with the confidence to engage with a variety of people (clients, colleagues, stakeholders and sub-contractors alike) and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss technical issues and capture feedback.

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and abilities. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.