Transmission and Distribution Opportunities (UK & Ireland)

Overview

In this role you support the Transmission & Distribution engineering team in delivering modern, low-carbon energy solutions. You will work on grid modernisation projects and the UK Great Grid program, contributing to net-zero targets and renewable integration. You’ll collaborate across teams to design and optimise HV Power Systems, substations, cabling, and protection systems, shaping the energy transition. This role offers broad exposure to cutting-edge infrastructure with tangible, societal impact.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• flexible working
• comprehensive benefits

Responsibilities

• Contribute to HV power systems design across substations, cabling, transmission infrastructure, and HVDC/interconnectors
• Support system balancing, protection systems, and SCADA implementations
• Participate in design stages from concept to detailed engineering and client liaison
• Assist with grid modernisation initiatives and integration of renewables, including offshore wind
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to discuss technical issues and capture feedback
• Collaborate on the UK National Grid Great Grid Program and related consortium activities
• Support compliance with BS and Eurocodes engineering design standards
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary projects through clear communication and documentation

Key requirements

• Electrical/electronic/power engineering qualification (HNC/HND/BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng)
• Demonstrable design consultancy experience in transmission and distribution
• Working knowledge of BS and/or Eurocodes for design standards
• Effective verbal and written communication with clients, colleagues, stakeholders, and subcontractors

• Effective communication
• Stakeholder engagement
• Team collaboration
• HV power systems
• Substations design
• Cabling and transmission infrastructure

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