Job Description:

A leading engineering company specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of electrical power systems is looking to recruit a Senior Electrical Design Engineer with HV experience to support continued growth across multiple projects.

This Senior Electrical Design Engineer role offers a high level of technical responsibility, long-term career progression and the opportunity to help shape the future of the engineering function.

The Role

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will take ownership of electrical designs from concept through to project delivery, working closely with clients, contractors and internal teams.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Electrical Design Engineer include:

• Design and specification of electrical installations up to 33kV
• Electrical system modelling including load calculations, fault level assessments and protection coordination
• Development of technical specifications for electrical equipment
• Ensuring designs and site activities comply with relevant standards and regulations
• Communicating design solutions through meetings, reports and technical drawings
• Acting as the technical representative in client and contractor meetings
• Conducting site surveys, inspections and monitoring on-site activities
• Managing project delivery with a focus on budget and cost control
• Producing detailed technical reports and maintaining accurate records
• Mainly office based with site visits when required

Experience & Qualifications Required

• Ideally Degree in Electrical / Power Engineering (HND/HNC minimum essential)
• 5+ years’ experience in electrical design
• IET registration or a commitment to achieve registration
• Experience using electrical modelling software such as Amtech, ETAP, PowerFactory or similar
• Familiarity with relevant electrical standards and regulations
• Strong professional report-writing skills
• Basic AutoCAD proficiency
• Experience in utilities or connections-related projects

Benefits

• Salary £60,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience)
• Plus Company Car or Car Allowance (£550 / month)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free parking
• Gym subsidy
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Corporate benefits and discounts
• Future opportunity to build and lead a team

Please apply, or to find out more about this Senior Electrical Design Engineer position, contact Stuart Cooper at Wagstaff Recruitment.  

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