Electrical Design Engineer
Job in
Warrington, Cheshire, MK46, England, UK
Listed on 2026-02-13
Listing for:
United Living Group
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the electrical design of HV and LV power distribution projects across the full project lifecycle — from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, DNO approval, construction support, and commissioning.
Responsibilities- Lead electrical design activities for HV/LV distribution networks including substations, underground cable routes, and overhead line interfaces
- Produce and review detailed electrical designs, calculations, specifications, schedules, protection studies, and drawings
- Develop compliant designs in accordance with DNO/IDNO standards, ENA G81, G99, and client specifications
- Undertake feasibility studies, demand assessments, and optioneering for new connections and network reinforcement
- Develop cost-effective, safe, and reliable electrical solutions through value engineering
- Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and energisation phases
- HV Power, Protection & Earthing
- Design and specify HV/LV substations up to 132kV
- Develop protection schemes, discrimination studies, and interface with DNO protection requirements
- Carry out earthing studies, lightning protection design, and cable sizing calculations
- Produce single line diagrams, substation layouts, and cable routing drawings
- Review supplier and contractor technical submissions and FAT/SAT documentation
- DNO / ICP Interface & Approvals
- Manage the technical submission and approval process with DNO/IDNOs
- Ensure designs are fully compliant for adoption under G81 standards
- Liaise directly with DNO engineers, ICP project teams, and clients throughout the design lifecycle
- Support the production of Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and construction packs
- Project & Stakeholder Interface
- Collaborate closely with civil, mechanical, and construction teams to deliver integrated substation and network designs
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and risk assessments
- Interface with clients, contractors, suppliers, and network operators
- Mentorship & Design Assurance
- Mentor and technically support graduate and intermediate electrical engineers
- Review and approve designs produced by others
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and best practices
- Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations and design risk management
- Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
- Proven experience designing HV/LV networks within an ICP, DNO, IDNO, or consultancy environment
- Strong understanding of ENA G81, G99, and DNO adoption requirements
- Experience delivering designs from concept through to energisation and handover
- Knowledge of relevant standards (BS, EN, IEC, DNO specifications)
- Experience working on renewable energy or infrastructure connection projects
- Site experience including commissioning and energisation support
- Familiarity with NEC or similar engineering contracts
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - with car allowance.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Collaborative and innovative work environment.
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