Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Overview

Design electrical systems for renewable energy, power generation and decarbonisation projects.

Key Responsibilities

• equipment selection
• cable calculations
• electrical design
• hazop input
• design documentation
• heat pump

Tasks

You will play a crucial role in the Design function by producing calculations, drawings and documentation used to deliver major Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Power Infrastructure and Power Generation projects involved in the transition to Net Zero. As well as receiving tailored support from other experienced Electrical Engineers at all levels, you will be put on a comprehensive development plan designed to encourage internal progression through to the Senior, Principal, Associate Director and Director levels while gaining Chartered status and developing knowledge covering a range of Renewable Energy and Power Generation projects. -Vital Energi Owned Assets: Engage in energy from waste developments and transmission-level battery energy storage solutions within the company’s portfolio. -Carrying out relevant equipment selection for projects -Gatwick Airport Decarbonisation: Work on a prestigious project involving the installation of over 12MW of heat pumps at one of the UK’s busiest airports, supporting major sustainability objectives. -Producing things such as power cable calculations, C&I cabling specifications, cable & interconnection schedule projection and electrical building service designs -Developing technical specifications, calculations, electrical designs and drawings used in a variety of projects -Utility Scale Solar and Battery Schemes: Participate in the design and implementation of large-scale solar and battery projects, which provide power to industrial clients, universities, and hospitals. -Inputting into the preparation of HAZOP studies -Supporting the compilation and production of design documentation to bespoke project specifications, client specifications and/or legislative compliance -Decarbonisation Initiatives: Contribute to projects featuring significant air source and water source heat pump installations for government bodies, industrial partners, universities, and healthcare institutions.

Requirements

• amtech
• bs7671
• hnd
• driving licence
• vsd controls
• electrical design

What You Bring

Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in the UK and are currently resident in the UK are invited to apply. -Experience with Amtech design software (advantageous) -Knowledge of BS7671 Wiring Regulations -Ex-Forces and Forces leavers with transferrable experience are also invited to apply -An understanding of pneumatic & hydraulics (advantageous) -Ideally educated to at least HNC/HND level in Electrical Engineering, preferably to Degree level -Full UK manual driving licence -Demonstrable experience producing electrical designs for Power Generation, Power Transmission, Renewable Energy, Building Services or similar equipment -Experience with motor VSD controls and MCC equipment (advantageous)

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Benefits

With plans to double our headcount over the coming years, supported by offices opening in new locations across the country and our strong investment pipeline, coupled with our expansion into new markets such as industrial power generation with our very own Energy-from-Waste facility, there is no better time to join the family here at Vital Energi. -Additional holidays awarded in line with length of service -Non-contributory death-in-service insurance -EV charging points where possible -Discounted gym membership across the UK -Option to purchase/sell additional holidays -Salary negotiable DOE -Onsite gym/wellbeing centre at our Blackburn Head Office -Employee Assistance Programme -25 Days Holiday plus 8 days bank holidays. -Contributory Company Pension Scheme -Car/ Car Allowance

About Vital Energi Utilities Limited

-Pioneered major heat networks—linking tens of thousands of homes and iconic sites like Battersea Power Station and Leeds city networks. -Delivers full-lifecycle solutions: concept and design, civil installation of multi-utility grids, bespoke metering and billing systems, plus ongoing operation. -Achieved Multi-Utility Recognition Status, enabling coordinated deployment of water, gas, electricity, and heat infrastructure under one roof. -Recognised with top industry awards and ISO certifications (ISO 45001, 50001, 27001), it balances innovation with rigorous standards.

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