At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical design for HV/LV power distribution projects and mentor junior engineers.
- Company: Join United Infrastructure, a leader in sustainable infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in HV/LV network design.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
With a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and long-term value, United Infrastructure partners with clients across the civil, industrial, and commercial sectors to deliver projects that meet the highest standards of performance and sustainability. Glenelly’s established reputation and skilled workforce now strengthen United Infrastructure’s ability to deliver integrated, end-to-end infrastructure solutions while maintaining the same commitment to quality and client satisfaction. Together, United Infrastructure and Glenelly combine experience, innovation, and local knowledge to support complex projects and long-term infrastructure development.
As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will lead the electrical design of HV and LV power distribution projects across the full project lifecycle — from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design, DNO approval, construction support, and commissioning. This role requires strong technical expertise in adoptable network design (LV to 132kV) in line with DNO, IDNO, and ENA G81 standards, a high standard of design assurance, and the ability to mentor junior engineers while working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams. You will work on infrastructure, renewable energy connections, substations, cable networks, and grid stability projects within the power industry.
- Electrical Design & Delivery
- Lead electrical design activities for HV/LV distribution networks including substations, underground cable routes, and overhead line interfaces.
- Produce and review detailed electrical designs, calculations, specifications, schedules, protection studies, and drawings.
- Undertake feasibility studies, demand assessments, and optioneering for new connections and network reinforcement.
- Develop cost-effective, safe, and reliable electrical solutions through value engineering.
- Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and energisation phases.
- Design and specify HV/LV substations up to 132kV.
- Carry out earthing studies, lightning protection design, and cable sizing calculations.
- Produce single line diagrams, substation layouts, and cable routing drawings.
- Review supplier and contractor technical submissions and FAT/SAT documentation.
- Liaise directly with DNO engineers, ICP project teams, and clients throughout the design lifecycle.
- Project & Stakeholder Interface
- Collaborate closely with civil, mechanical, and construction teams to deliver integrated substation and network designs.
- Participate in design reviews, constructability reviews, and risk assessments.
- Interface with clients, contractors, suppliers, and network operators.
- Mentorship & Design Assurance
- Mentor and technically support graduate and intermediate electrical engineers.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of design standards, templates, and best practices.
- Ensure full compliance with CDM regulations and design risk management.
Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering. Proven experience designing HV/LV networks within an ICP, DNO, IDNO, or consultancy environment. Experience working on renewable energy or infrastructure connection projects. Site experience including commissioning and energisation support. Familiarity with NEC or similar engineering contracts.
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package - with car allowance. Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Design Electrical Engineer employer: United Infrastructure
United Infrastructure is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture where Smart Meter Technicians can thrive in their roles across the Northumbrian Water region. With a focus on employee growth, the company provides comprehensive benefits such as a bike to work scheme, a company pension, and private medical insurance, ensuring that team members feel valued and secure in their positions.
