Principal Design Engineer

Principal 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 Principal 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 Principal 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.
• Lead the Project Design Team and provide engineering design support to the development team during NDP4.2 and 4.3, including advice, where necessary, regarding the need for other specialist resources.
• Co-ordinate the FEED process and ensuring co-operation, communication and co-ordination between designers is occurring.
• Ensuring a Design Programme is prepared, maintained & implemented.
• Take responsibility for all Health and Safety and CDM issues arising on projects and take a lead role in the development of OHL designs 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, verification of all work undertaken by your design teams and ensuring compliance with company Quality Procedures.
• 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, ensuring adherence to quality, time, and budget, as well as relevant standards and client specifications, including:

Preparation of schedule of activities, scheme budgets, scheme fees, target costs, and project programmes, Consult with Line Manager/ Accounts Department for payment applications to be submitted to clients.

• Accept ownership of work to be done:

Managing the work undertaken by design teams under your immediate direction and control. Coordinate submission of design drawings to approving authorities and ensure successful acceptance. Keeping all records, supporting documentation necessary to substantiate personal performance.

• 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, and authorities to ensure all design work is in accordance with the clients agreed brief, programme.
• 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
• Ensure all drawings are completed accurately to the latest specifications as applicable.
• Support and contribute to company databases, knowledge pools and resource libraries as appropriate.
• Carry out reasonable duties as directed by Line Manager or Nominated Director.
• People Management/Staff Development:

With other managers monitor and evaluate progress of others to build a high-performing team In consultation with Line Manager mentor all staff on your knowledge of overhead line systems, construction techniques and design software Conduct from time-to-time staff reviews, completing necessary documentation and returning to Line Manager Deputise as/Lead the weekly/monthly Team meetings.

• Systems/Process Development:

Responsible for developing design processes and OHL training manuals/modules. Provide PLS CADD and PLS Tower training and review models. Ensuring that a robust QA system of PLS checking and approval is being maintained.

• Quality Systems and Health & Safety

Production of all CDM documentation Provide to Line Manager, reports to demonstrate all work completed complies with the client’s brief. Ensure all QA environmental and Safety Documentation is prepared and issued in accordance with company procedures. Prepare and maintain documentation to comply with all company procedures and health and safety legislation. Liaise with the QA team on any issues arising with regards to standards, supplier’s literature, technical catalogues, client documentation, purchase order lists, and sub-contractor services.

• 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. Any such work is to be agreed with Line Manager.

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.
• Typically, 2 years minimum post-graduate industry experience.
• Ideally, 3 – 5 years’ experience with National Grid OHL projects, or 5 – 10 years’ general OHL industry experience in the UK.

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.