Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Distribution

Overview

In this role you will contribute to delivering robust electrical design solutions for energy infrastructure projects. You’ll join a multidisciplinary Transmission & Distribution team, working across private, industrial, renewables, and transmission sectors. You will shape design outcomes from MV/LV networks to protection and control, collaborating with clients and suppliers. This is an opportunity to apply innovative automation and engineering practices to complex projects and grow within a global, purpose-driven firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• well-being programs
• global exposure

Responsibilities

• Perform MV and LV design to DNO standards
• Develop ring, radial feeder, intake and distribution substation layouts
• Design primary plant and equipment (MV/LV)
• Create secondary protection and control schemes and wiring diagrams
• Carry out cable sizing, routing, and termination drawings (MV/LV)
• Model and design earthing grids and calculate touch/step/transfer potentials
• Interface designs for SCADA, auxiliary supply, and COP metering
• Provide MV/LV standby/back-up power changeover solutions
• Prepare technical specifications and assist with procurement and equipment orders
• Collaborate with external suppliers and clients
• Contribute to electrical system studies and MV/LV network modelling
• Understand arc-flash/blast requirements and mitigations
• Participate in design reviews with Team Lead Verifier

Key requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of British and DNO design standards
• Experience as Trainee/Assistant Electrical Engineer or graduate programme in energy sector
• Understanding of Power Systems characteristics
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external parties
• Experience in writing clear documentation

• Collaborative mindset
• Strong communication
• Problem-solving with creative thinking
• MV & LV design
• DNO standards compliance
• Protection & Control knowledge

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