Senior Design Engineer - Overhead Lines

Posted 2 May by Tempest Jones
Salary negotiable
Derby , Derbyshire
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Tempest Jones
  • Senior Design Engineer - Overhead Lines
  • UK
  • Competitive salary + benefits package
Senior Design Engineer - Overhead Lines
UK (Hybrid or Fully Remote Working)
Competitive salary + benefits package

Our client is a leading consultancy who provide engineering and professional planning services to the power sector. They specialise in the design and survey of Overhead Lines, Underground Cables, and Substation Systems for major power transmission infrastructure the UK and internationally, working closely with the likes of National Grid. They are able to provide opportunities in a booming market with high growth potential that provides job security for the long term.

We are now looking for an ambitious and dynamic individual with a passion for Electricity Transmission and Distribution Projects to join our client as a Senior Design Engineer. This role is an excellent opportunity for growth and to really make a name for yourself in a collaborative environment. 

The role

As a Senior Design Engineer, you will be part of a project team responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed engineering design, (33 kV and above). This will include but not limited to Structure Foundations, Conductors and Conductor Systems, Structural Design both concept and detailed design. 

Job purpose;

  • Undertake and be responsible for the design and specification of steel overhead line structures and overhead line design systems. 
  •  Take responsibility for project management and ensure the achievement of all deliverables in a timely manner.
  • Attend site meetings where appropriate.
  • Take responsibility for all Health and Safety and CDM issues arising on projects and ensure compliance with legislation.
  • Provide technical expertise to the company, reviewing and development of company systems and provision of technical training as appropriate including the mentoring of Junior Engineers.
  • Monitor and undertake day-to-day management of all design activities.
  • Provide site supervision to others and to verify and approve proposed work procedures, designs, drawings, and method statements prior to work commencing.
  • Responsible for the development of preliminary and detailed design and delivery of projects by leading the technical aspects of overhead lines and all other associated equipment.
  •  Analyse client’s specifications and agree design requirements.
  • Analyse and resolve design issues. 
  • Provide calculations and /or reports to justify design results. 
  • Liaise where necessary with clients to ensure satisfactory progress and quality. 
  • Take responsibility for the delivery of a portfolio of Structural OHL projects.
  • Accept ownership of work to be done.
  • Ensure all designs are completed accurately and the design office is working to the latest specifications.
  • Submit monthly progress reports to the Line Manager.
  • Co-ordinate and liaise with all other departments, disciplines, external agencies.
  • Ensure design reviews take place and that work is completed in accordance with the delivery programme.
  • Preparation of tender costs and advising on timescales/lead times.
  • Preparation of work instructions and evaluation and collation of information and preparation of work packs.
  • Responsible for the delivery of Conceptual and Detailed Design solutions.
  • Liaise where necessary with Engineers and Clients to ensure satisfactory progress and quality. 
  • Writing Project Report as required.
  • Monitoring project hours and costs against budgets.
  • Support and contribute to company databases, knowledge pools and resource libraries.
  • Carry out reasonable duties as directed by Line Manager or Nominated Director.
  • People Management/Staff Development.
  • Responsible for developing design processes and OHL training manuals/modules.
  • Provide PLS CADD and PLS Tower training and review models.
  • Quality Systems and Health & Safety
  • In addition to undertaking design and design management duties on OHL projects you may also be required to work on, or coordinate other aspects of the projects, such as constructability, access, civil, geotechnical, rail, survey etc.

The candidate

Qualifications
  • A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related engineering discipline, such as Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.  A-level or equivalent in Maths.
  • Working towards membership of a relevant professional body, such as MICE, MIStructE, MIET

Experience
  • Ideally, competent in the use of industry software such as PLS CADD, PLS Tower, SAPS or other similar packages.  Working knowledge of relevant national and industry standards such as BS EN 50341, the ENATS suite and client specific.
  • 2 years minimum post-graduate industry experience.

Key Attributes
  • A team player with excellent communication skills both within peer group and with external clients or interested parties. 

Why join our client?

This is a great opportunity to join a well-established high performing team. They can offer the successful individual a unique opportunity to work at the UK’s leading multi-disciplinary Survey, Design and Engineering Consultancy in the Utilities sector whose core values are Trust, Safety, Humility, Capability, Problem Solving, Accountability, Innovation and Recognition.

Further to this their company culture gives a lot of autonomy, respect and flexibility for those who join them and as it's not a large organisation you can benefit from being recognised and valued as an individual rather than just being another number.

  • Competitive remuneration
  • Company Pension Scheme with Scottish Widows
  • Cycle to work/childcare voucher schemes
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Strong long term pipeline of work to provide long term job security

If you are interested to learn more, apply now by submitting your CV or contact Dean Forster at Tempest Jones.

Reference: 52574182

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