Senior Circuit Engineer

Position: Senior Circuit Engineer (Contract)
Location: Colton

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Circuit Engineer to join their Engineering Design team within the Capital Programme and Procurement function. This is a key technical role responsible for delivering high-quality circuit designs and associated costings across OHL and diversion projects, typically operating at 132kV, 33kV and 11kV.

You'll take ownership of designs from initial scope through to construction readiness, working closely with Project Managers, Electrical, OHL and Civil Designers, contractors and consultants. The role also includes acting as Principal Designer on allocated schemes and ensuring full compliance with CDM regulations, design standards and assurance processes.

This position suits a technically strong circuit engineer who enjoys responsibility, mentoring others, and playing a central role in regulated network connection and customer schemes (both contestable and non-contestable).

Key Responsibilities

Produce below-ground and overhead circuit designs that are safe, buildable and fully compliant with standards and CDM requirements
Deliver effective, compliant designs aligned with relevant codes of practice and industry standards
Prepare and contribute to technical, commercial and contractual documentation for procurement
Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, company procedures and design assurance processes
Act as Principal Designer on allocated projects
Identify, eliminate or reduce design-related hazards and residual risks
Provide sufficient design information to support construction, operation and maintenance activities
Liaise closely with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery from enquiry to final connection
Support and mentor Graduate, Trainee and Junior Engineers
Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary design team

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential:

Degree in Civil or Circuit Engineering with strong experience in cable, OHL and substation works (11kV-132kV)
Significant experience in EHV circuit design and construction, ideally within the utilities sector
Chartered Engineer or actively working towards chartership
Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and a proactive safety culture (IOSH or equivalent preferred)
Proven ability to work autonomously, manage priorities and deliver to time and budget
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong AutoCAD capability (Bentley software experience advantageous)

Technical Experience Including:

Cable sizing and rating calculations (solid and cross-bonded systems)
Cable pulling calculations and drum length optimisation
Joint bay and pulling bay design
Pilot/fibre cable route design including splice chambers
Terminations to indoor and outdoor switch gear and sealing ends
Route proving and constructability assessments
Directional drilling design input and assurance
Producing Bills of Materials
Liaison with Wayleaves and Consents teams
Knowledge of tools such as Cableizer, Crater, Cymcap and Trimble

Working Arrangements

The role is predominantly office-based (3 days per week) with regular site visits, construction meetings, manufacturer visits and internal design reviews as required.

Health, Safety & Environment

My client is committed to the highest standards of health, safety and environmental management. The successful candidate will:

Ensure all HSEQ considerations are embedded into design solutions
Promote safe systems of work through design
Take personal responsibility for health and safety compliance
Mentor junior staff in safe design practices
Hold (or be willing to obtain) a safety management qualification such as IOSH

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status