Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Job Purpose

To plan, co-ordinate, manage and oversee the design stages of new and existing projects from initial inception through to final handover. Leading the design function in our Reading Office.

• To take complete ownership of pre-construction activities. Such activities including conducting site surveys and the detailed Compilation of schedule of requirements documentation (SOR’s) that have a direct link to the commercial team in the production of costs to our client.
• Lead the design and development of electrical engineering systems to include Power Distribution (LV & HV), HV (11kV – 33kV minimum, 132kV ideal), principles of switchboard design, UPS systems and standby generators.
• Secondary substation design (Primary Substation design experience advantageous).
• Earthing design capability.
• Protection design (advantageous).
• Responsible for the development and production of LV and HV electrical design solutions including LV AC design from first principles and using electronic software packages.
• Fully conversant with design processes and procedures to meet DNO requirements
• Ensuring accurate collation and compilation of design documentation.
• Ensuring client design objectives are met
• Representing the client's & Ingenious’ interests
• Assist the commercial team where required to compile accurate and comprehensive cost submissions
• Providing technical solutions and guidance on project deliverables to Project Managers & Site Managers when required
• Oversee the development of accurate & comprehensive design drawing packages from initial design through to As Built drawings.
• Develop best practice and cost-effective solutions to our clients
• On “live” projects undertake with the operational team Onsite Reviews to ensure quality standards and adherence to design are being met.
• Complete due diligence surveyors for clients when acquiring new facilities,
• Undertake feasibility studies & reports which are clear and easy to read but sufficiently detailed to provide a thorough understanding, including risk identification and development of mitigation strategies,
• Research & present new ideas around improving Electrical System performance in facilities
• Effective utilisation of IT systems to keep track of progress
• Produce detailed electrical design information in both written and drawing formats.
• Have in depth knowledge and understanding of commercial & industrial electrical systems. Awareness of critical environments & Mission critical systems is beneficial but not essential.
• Organising and working with professionals/contractors in the development of new designs and or changes to existing projects.
• Play a pivotal role in the development of the design systems to set superior standards which are clearly documented, sufficiently comprehensive for use at a national level and assist with the maintenance of our accreditation.
• Effective utilisation of appropriate design software such as Amtech, Etap, SKM power systems analysis etc. to produce engineering designs, calculations and specifications.
• Attend and input into project meetings.
• Assist in the training and development of junior and intermediate electrical engineers, capable of assessing the design team and identifying training requirements.
• Play a leading role in the development of a culture within the team of engineering excellence, creative and lateral thinking.

• Electrical biased with formal qualifications, ideally holding a relevant Degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar), HNC/HND standards or appropriate C&G certification
• Either hold CEng status or be on the route to gaining
• Organisational skills, pedantic about detail
• Experience in a management capacity in a multi skilled work environment
• Experience in CDM Projects in construction
• Thorough understanding of DNO design requirements
• Conversant with the interface between distribution and building services
• BS7671 18th Edition Wiring regulations principles
• C&G Design, Erection and Verification (2396)
• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Numeracy skills