Principal​/Associate Director Electrical Engineer – Utilities and Infrastructure Lead

Job Description Overview Take our vision into the future Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you.

Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

We are seeking a Principal/ Associate Director level electrical engineer. You will be working in within our Electrical Engineering team in our Power and Energy Solutions Practice based from one of our key locations of Birmingham, Epsom, Glasgow or Leeds. You’ll enjoy working in a hybrid manner, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices or from home.

Your Purpose In this role you will provide technical leadership and strategic direction for electrical infrastructure and utility systems across major infrastructure, energy, transportation, nuclear, and development projects. Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for utility coordination, network integration, electrical distribution systems, and stakeholder engagement with transmission and distribution network operators.

• Leading the planning, coordination, and integration of utility infrastructure including HV, MV, and LV electrical networks.
• Managing interfaces with National Grid, DNOs, ICPs, utility providers, regulators, and key stakeholders.
• Providing technical leadership for utility diversions, new connections, capacity assessments, and network reinforcement works.
• Developing electrical infrastructure strategies and long‑term power supply solutions for major projects.
• Managing risks associated with utility interfaces, outages, network constraints, and programme delivery.

In addition to having strong communication and leadership skills, you will have a proven track record delivering major infrastructure, energy, transportation, or nuclear projects.

You will be able to demonstrate a selection of the following experience and attributes:

• Experience with transmission and distribution networks.
• Experience managing utility diversions, new connections, and stakeholder interfaces.
• Strong understanding of National Grid, DNO, ICP, and utility company processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Knowledge of HV/MV/LV power distribution systems.
• Utility infrastructure coordination and protection systems.
• Electrical design governance and assurance.
• Network capacity assessments and connection strategies.
• Utility asset relocation and diversion projects.
• Construction power systems and temporary electrical supplies.
• Relevant UK and international electrical standards.
• Essential Master’s degree (MEng/MSc) Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer and a Member of recognised professional institution (e.g., MIET, IEEE) desirable.
• Experience of working in a similar sector e.g. Nuclear, offshore wind, power transmission and distribution, airports and transportation, utilities, major infrastructure, energy transmission projects.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded.

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