Overhead line Engineer

Overhead Line Engineers (All Levels)

Remote / Hybrid | 6-Month Initial Contract | Outside IR35

About Us

CMC provides expert engineering solutions globally for Engineering and Energy projects. Since launching in 2016, we’ve grown rapidly, partnering with major brands and leading companies across STEM industries to deliver real expertise.

By working with CMC, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the world’s top engineering specialists. From our global offices, we’ll support you throughout each project, clearly outlining expectations before you arrive on site. Once a project wraps up, we’ll help line up your next opportunity through our international network.

We’re currently supporting a major programme of 400kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHL) projects, and we\’re looking to expand our network with multiple engineers at various levels to support ongoing and upcoming design activities.

The Role

These roles will be focused on the design and delivery of 400kV transmission lines, and will play a critical role in supporting high-voltage infrastructure across the UK.

You’ll be working within collaborative project teams on:

• PLS-CADD-based line design
• Line routing and structure spotting
• Sag-tension calculations and clearance analysis
• Insulator and conductor selection
• Engineering documentation and stakeholder support
• Feasibility studies and compliance checks

Requirements

We’re keen to hear from engineers with experience across the following areas:

• Background in Electrical or Power Engineering (degree or equivalent)
• Experience in OHL design up to or including 400kV
• Familiarity with PLS-CADD, and ideally PLS-POLE/TOWER
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a design team
• Willingness to travel if required for project delivery

Contract details

• Outside IR35
• 6-month initial contract with extension potential
• Remote or hybrid working model
• Join a pipeline of critical 400kV projects
• Be part of a growing consultancy team delivering meaningful infrastructure work

Whether you\’re an experienced Senior OHL Engineer or an Engineer ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply here or get in touch at ethan.yeo@cmcexpertisedelivered.com