Lead Design Engineer - OHL

Description

• Preparation of project quality documentation following all SP energy network and client quality processes and provide and meet deliverables for PQP’s.
• Liaise across global multi disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end integrated solution.
• Define cable and OHL equipment requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation.
• Perform all duties with and promote internally and externally a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental compliance and continuous improvement
• Support the tender assessment of cable and OHL works (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids.
• Drive resolution of statutory, land or other consents regarding underground cable and OHL routes.
• Responsible for the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by leading the technical aspects of cable and OHL systems and all other associated equipment.
• Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client.
• Lead the technical resolution of site/construction cable and OHL related issues.
• Ensure specifications, cable and OHL system designs, equipment and construction practices are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
• Control of correspondence and drawings to be issued to the Project Delivery and Pre-Contract Teams.
• Responsible for preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications for cable and OHL system designs and costs for high value, complex or business critical projects.
• Drive industry best practice and technological advances within the project team/department. Assist with evaluation and apply ‘new ideas’, technical developments, new equipment, new materials and/or alternative-working methods to provide cost savings, efficiencies and improved safety.
• Provide support for the technical resolution of site / construction cable and OHL issues, analyse common faults and prevent re-occurrence.
• Assess engineering documentation, feasibility and compliance with client requirements.. Recommend construction and outage programmes where required in relation to cable and OHL circuits.
• Contribute to training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products
• Key technical interface with Strategic Agreement Framework EPC and OEM contractors; accountable for OHL design deliverables, assurances, and standardised approach across Strategic Projects Portfolio.
• Manage, supervise or mentor less experienced staff within the Department or Project Team.
• Preparation/Review of cable and OHL drawings and technical specifications for construction, procurement or other stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to the Pre-Contract and Project Delivery teams on matters concerning the design, construction, operation and maintenance of cable systems and other associated equipment.

Requirements

• Working towards membership of a professional institution.
• Ability to represent departments or project teams regarding cable engineering issues, decisions, standards or industry best practice.
• Degree qualified in Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• Proven significant experience and knowledge in a responsible position in the area of transmission network overhead line, cable and associated equipment engineering.
• Good inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses.
• Ability to implement, apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice in a design environment.

Benefits

• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• 36 days annual leave
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Share Schemes
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance