Electrical Design Engineer (UK projects exp required) - Hybrid
enablesGROUP
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enablesGROUP is hiring an Electrical Design Engineer in Ortigas, Pasig (Hybrid | 3x Onsite, 2x WFH). You will design HV/MV substations, prepare SLDs, layouts and equipment specs, ensuring compliance with BS/IEC standards and client requirements.
You'll collaborate with Lead and Principal Engineers, deliver design packages on schedule, support QA/QC, and contribute to continuous improvement while working UK-aligned hours. Eligible to work in the Philippines.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Typically 4+ years of relevant design experience in electrical projects.
- Experience with HV/MV substations and electrical infrastructure.
- Familiarity with BS, IEC standards and QA/QC processes.
Responsibilities
- Develop electrical design drawings, calculations and documentation for HV/MV substations.
- Prepare SLDs, layouts and equipment specifications.
- Ensure deliverables comply with standards and client requirements.
- Coordinate interfaces with other engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
- Support design reviews, QA/QC and project delivery timelines.
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Join the enablesGROUP – Where Talent Meets Opportunity!
Since 2016, enablesGROUP has been on a mission: to deliver high-quality operations and outsourcing services to every client, big or small.
Fast forward to 2026, we've grown our global footprint to serve 100+ clients and expanded into 4 key industries. At enablesGROUP, you're not just joining a company – you're joining a community that values growth, learning, and success. Check us out at www.enablesgroup.com.
At enablesGROUP, you're not just joining a company – you're joining a community that values growth, learning, and success.
We have market leading engagement scores and invest heavily in your Learning and Development, with a specific focus on enhancing your ability to leverage AI in your daily tasks.
- Comprehensive health and life insurance starting Day 1, covering 2 eligible dependents.
- 19 leave credits for vacation and emergency.
- Endless opportunities for career advancement with annual performance reviews and salary increases.
- Company-provided laptop to set you up for success.
- Convenient office location in Pasig, at the heart of Manila, accessible to all.
- Loyalty rewards: Employees celebrating 5 years could receive a profit-sharing scheme.
- In-house learning & development programs with access to the latest in AI and technology.
The Design Engineer is responsible for the preparation, development and delivery of electrical engineering designs and associated technical documentation for substation and power infrastructure projects, covering concept through to detailed design.
The role involves producing accurate, coordinated and technically compliant engineering drawings, calculations, specifications and design deliverables in accordance with client requirements, applicable standards and Quality Management System (QMS).
The Design Engineer will work closely with Lead Engineers, Principal Engineers and multidisciplinary project teams to ensure designs are technically sound, quality-assured and delivered within agreed project timelines.
- Develop and deliver electrical engineering designs, drawings, calculations and technical documentation for HV/MV substations and associated power infrastructure projects.
- Prepare and develop engineering deliverables relevant to the assigned discipline, including but not limited to:
- Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) and electrical schematics.
- Substation general arrangement and equipment layout drawings.
- Cable routing, trenching and ducting layouts.
- Cable schedules, termination schedules and associated drawings.
- Earthing and bonding layouts.
- Equipment specifications, schedules and technical datasheets.
- Protection, control and wiring diagrams, where applicable.
- Design calculations, technical reports and supporting documentation.
- Develop concept, preliminary and detailed design packages in accordance with approved project requirements.
- Ensure design outputs are practical, technically accurate, coordinated and suitable for their intended application.
- Incorporate technical comments, design changes and client feedback into design deliverables.
- Ensure all design deliverables comply with applicable British Standards, IEC standards, client specifications, DNO/TO requirements and engineering procedures.
- Perform self-checks and quality control reviews of drawings, calculations and technical documentation before submission for independent checking and approval.
- Follow established design checking, verification, approval and document control procedures in accordance with QMS.
- Ensure drawings and documents maintain accurate revision histories, traceability and appropriate technical records.
- Identify and promptly resolve design inconsistencies, technical discrepancies and quality concerns.
- Support internal design reviews, technical audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Deliver assigned engineering tasks and design packages in accordance with agreed programmes, milestones and project requirements.
- Coordinate design interfaces with primary, secondary, civil, structural, protection and control, cable and other engineering disciplines.
- Liaise with Lead Engineers and Project Managers regarding design progress, technical issues, resource requirements and potential delays.
- Support technical queries (TQs), requests for information (RFIs) and resolution of design-related issues.
- Participate in design coordination meetings and technical reviews with internal teams, clients and other stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of assigned deliverables, design changes and outstanding technical actions.
- Apply Safety in Design principles and relevant requirements of the CDM Regulations throughout the design development process.
- Identify design-related hazards and support preparation and maintenance of design risk assessments and registers.
- Consider constructability, installation, operation, maintenance and safety requirements when developing engineering solutions.
- Escalate technical, safety or compliance concerns to the relevant Lead or Principal Engineer.
- Maintain and develop technical knowledge of relevant engineering standards, design practices and software.
- Contribute to improvements in design templates, engineering processes and document quality.
- Share technical knowledge, lessons learned and good engineering practices with colleagues.
- Support junior engineers and CAD technicians with technical guidance where appropriate.
- Support bids, tenders, and technical proposals with expert input.
- Provide technical credibility in client engagements and business development.
- Represent the client in technical forums and industry engagements where required.
- Perform any other duties or responsibilities as may be reasonably required by management from time to time to support business operations.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Relevant engineering qualifications or equivalent demonstrable practical design experience may be considered.
- Working towards professional registration (IEng/CEng) is desirable.
- Good understanding of engineering design processes and infrastructure project lifecycles.
- Typically 4+ years of relevant engineering design experience within the UK power transmission, distribution, energy or infrastructure sector.
- Practical experience preparing electrical design drawings, calculations and technical documentation.
- Experience in HV/MV substations, electrical infrastructure or associated multidisciplinary engineering projects.
- Familiarity with client design standards, document control processes and engineering QA/QC requirements.
- Experience coordinating technical interfaces with other engineering disciplines.
- Proficiency in relevant engineering design tools such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent software, depending on discipline.
- Understanding of electrical engineering principles, substation layouts, cabling systems and associated design documentation.
- Working knowledge of relevant BS, IEC, DNO/TO standards and client engineering specifications.
- Understanding of design checking, verification, revision control and technical submission requirements.
- Awareness of CDM Regulations and Safety in Design principles.
- Familiarity with engineering calculations, technical specifications and design risk management.
- Strong technical drawing, design development and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and quality of engineering outputs.
- Ability to manage assigned design deliverables and meet project deadlines.
- Good organisational, communication and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while seeking technical guidance where necessary.
- Proactive, accountable and delivery-focused approach to engineering work.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for project meetings and site visits.
- Flexible and adaptable to meet project and business needs.
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