Overhead Line Engineer

Position: Overhead Line Engineer (Contract)
Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer

This is an Inside IR35 role that will require some UK-wide travel.

As an Overhead Line Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the technical design and delivery of overhead line projects, from concept through to construction support. You will collaborate closely with project managers, construction teams, and stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient designs.

Key Responsibilities

Design overhead power line systems, including the selection of structures, conductors, and insulators

Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using AutoCAD and PLS-CADD

Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather design data

Perform technical calculations and analysis to ensure structural integrity and electrical performance

Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines

Support project teams by integrating design requirements into project plans

Review and approve design changes and provide technical support during construction

Carry out design reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and completeness

Stay up to date with advancements in overhead line design and related technologies

You will be a motivated and technically strong engineer with a passion for overhead line design and delivery.

Essential Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline (preferably Electrical or Power Engineering)

Proven experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV

Experience on upgrade projects, including the use of High Temperature Low Sag (HTLS) conductors

Willingness and ability to travel as project requirements dictate

Desirable Skills & Experience

Experience with PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and/or PLS-TOWER

Knowledge of galloping studies.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today.

We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change