OHL Line Design Engineer / Overhead Line Design Engineers are required to join a large, world-leading transmission and distribution engineering consultancy, to work on the design of large-scale HV projects across and England and Scotland and who on a mission to enhance UK network capacity and support the transition to net zero by 2050.
The role is remote across England or Scotland. Salary Circa £60-85k + Bens + Bonus
This role will suit Overhead Line Design Engineers from Mid to Senior level from a consultancy or energy / Distribution companies, and will offer great progression and the chance to work on varied and challenging projects.
Key skills required for the OHL Design Engineer would include
• Proven experience in high voltage OHL Line OR Overhead line design or overhead transmission engineering typically (132kV – 400kV) .
• Proficiency in PLS CADD/ Tower for design outputs
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Ability to work effectively in a dispersed and remote team using collaboration software like Microsoft Teams.
• Awareness of Health and Safety impacts on transmission line construction contracts
Desirable skills for the Overhead Line Design Engineer would include:
• Experience with CAD design software.
• Ability to create PLS CADD Models from topographical survey data.
Key Responsibilities as a OHL Line Engineer
• Conducted overhead transmission line design studies for high voltage construction and consultancy projects.
• Develop transmission line models and produce electrical line performance assessments.
• Create and utilise overhead transmission line support models within transmission design frameworks.
• Evaluate and quantify transmission line components.
• Support safety assessments throughout the design process.
• Integrate innovative solutions into project designs.
• Ensure compliance with budget and programme requirements.
• Stay updated with technical quality management procedures and specifications.
This is an outstanding chance to join a respected energy-focused engineering consultancy with a fantastic pipeline of projects. It is also an opportunity to work for a diverse and flexible employer that offers career development and supports professional development.
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