Senior Electrical Design Engineer – Distribution

Overview

In this role, you will design electrical systems for energy projects, supporting transmission, distribution, and renewables. You’ll work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver practical MV/LV designs that meet DNO standards and client specifications. You’ll influence early design decisions and contribute to safe, reliable, and efficient power networks. This position offers exposure to diverse projects, collaboration with suppliers and clients, and opportunities to advance your technical leadership within a global firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• well-being programs
• disability accommodations

Responsibilities

• Carry out Medium Voltage and Low Voltage design work to DNO Standards
• Provide Open and Closed Ring and Radial Feeder supply network solutions
• Intake and Distribution Substation Layout design (Medium Voltage and Low Voltage)
• Conduct primary plant and equipment design (Medium and Low Voltage)
• Produce secondary protection and control solution diagrams
• Carry out cable sizing, routing, section, and termination drawings (Medium and Low Voltage)
• Undertake electrical system, earthing grid design and modelling including touch, step and transfer potential calculations
• Produce interface designs for SCADA, auxiliary supply and COP metering
• Provide MV and LV local standby and back-up power supply changeover solutions
• Write technical specifications and support equipment procurement
• Liaise with external suppliers and clients
• Input into electrical system studies for MV/LV network modelling and verification
• Understand Arc-flash/Blast requirements and mitigation
• Review design submissions within the team against client scope
• Participate in design review processes with Team Lead Verifier

Key requirements

• Degree or relevant qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Knowledge of British and DNO design standards
• Proven track record as Trainee/Assistant Electrical Engineer or completed Graduate Training in Energy/Power sector
• Understanding of functional characteristics of Power Systems
• Ability to work with internal and external parties in a collaborative culture
• Experience in writing clear and concise documentation

• Collaborative mindset and cross-functional communication
• Clear written communication
• Proactive problem-solving
• Medium Voltage and Low Voltage design
• DNO standards compliance
• Substation layout design (MV/LV)

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