Principal Overhead Line Engineer 1
Mott Macdonald
Lead OHL design and engineering for transmission projects, managing teams and standards.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brighton, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
17,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Construction services
Infrastructure
Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Engineering
Architecture
Bridges
Building services
Building structures
Dams and reservoirs
Geotechnics
Industrialized design and construction
Role
What you would be doing
design innovation
standards management
feasibility studies
specification prep
hv ohl design
team leadership
- Investigate and implement innovative design solutions to meet business and project needs;
- Update or create design standards and related documentation to ensure continued compliance to standards and industry best practice;
- Manage a team and mentor juniours
- Provide competitive design solutions to support the achievement of MM’s client objectives;
- Manage or complete Construction Design Studies (CDS) to conclude feasibility studies;
- Prepare, review and manage specifications, schedule, BOQ’s and other design documentation;
- Deliver engineering projects in accordance with client requirements and in line with company and industry best practice;
- Provide technical input into proposals.
- Perform, review and approve High Voltage OHL designs complying to relevant international standards
- Carry out studies in specialist areas such as line and foundation design, tower spotting, sag -tension, plan and profile, conductor selection, structural design of lattice towers, structural design of steel poles and wood pole design;
- Management of construction activities by contractor, lead project and design review meetings.
- Provide information as required to identify the best approach for the successful completion of the project in complex multi-disciplinary issues involving other groups;
- Ensure designs approved for delivery comply with relevant legislation, standards, policies and procedures;
What you bring
pls‑cadd
autocad
bsc
tp141
team lead
ohl
- Proficient in leading the preparation, co-ordination and review of design drawings;
- Good working knowledge of appropriate British and International Standards and Codes of Practice relevant to the design of transmission and distribution OHLs
- Experience in leading a team
- Ability to chair meetings, communicate to project team and produce reports
- Prior experience in site based OHL roles.
- TP141 authorised preferrable;
- Proficient in writing and reviewing reports;
- Ability to promote a high standard of professionalism, effective communication and personal integrity within the design team;
- Working knowledge and demonstrated experience in the requirements and application of Safety design requirements;
- Deep knowledge of design quality assurance processes to ensure that designs meet quality requirements;
- Able to perform Risk Assessments and develop mitigation strategies;
- Knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures applicable to the preparation of designs and specifications;
- BSc or Master’s degree qualification in Civil Structural Engineering or equivalent with numerous years of relevant experience;
- Excellent Proficiency in the use of engineering design software including PLS-CADD (required), PLS-Tower (required), PLS-Pole (required) and AutoCAD and other design software to develop designs;
- Experience in being a mentor to junior staff
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Knowledge of HSE and CDM regulations;
- Be proficient in the use of engineering software to prepare transmission and distribution lines designs including PLS CADD, PLS Tower, PLS Pole;
- Proactive, and proficient in working with clients both internally and externally;
- Extensive Experience in an OHL engineering environment including significant scheme and project / design management and proven track record of scheme delivery;
- A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family.
- Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary.
- Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too.
- As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes.
- Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay.
- Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers.
- A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options.
- Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues.
- Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid.
- Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing.
- Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues.
- Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury.
- Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments.
- Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave.
- A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme.
- We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%.
- Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years’ service.
- Primary annual professional institution subscription.
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Visa Sponsorship- mott macdonald does not sponsor skilled worker visas; alternative immigration routes only.
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Company
Overview
1989 Founded
Company Establishment
The company was established in 1989, marking the beginning of its journey in global engineering and consulting.
150+ Countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries, showcasing its extensive reach and international influence.
- Delivering complex projects that require both technical expertise and strategic vision.
- Design of major infrastructure and transport systems.
- Specializing in sustainable solutions to address challenges and capitalize on opportunities.
- History built on innovation and forward-thinking engineering, consistently delivering impactful results.
- We are one global team.
- We strive to make a positive difference.
- We value people and their contributions.
- We act with integrity and respect.
- We are committed to innovation and excellence.
- We take responsibility for our actions.
2050
Net Zero by 2050
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions globally.
30%
Carbon Emissions Reduction
Targets a 30% reduction in operational carbon emissions globally.
- Committed to reducing carbon emissions globally.
- Aims to embed sustainability throughout its operations.
- Committed to contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
50:50 by 2025
Gender Balance Target
Strives to achieve equal representation of men and women across all levels of the organization by 2025.
- Focuses on increasing the number of women in leadership roles.
- Tracks and publishes gender diversity data for its global workforce.
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