Senior Electrical Design Engineer in Birmingham

Our client, an established multi-utilities infrastructure company, is looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their team. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer you will lead on LV / HV network, substation and earthing designs across a range of residential, commercial and industrial projects. You’ll take ownership of multiple projects, working closely with clients, DNOs / IDNOs and internal teams to deliver compliant, accurate designs on time and within budget. If you have previous utilities design experience, with an Engineering degree and a strong understanding of electrical network layouts – apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Create LV / HV electrical network designs and earthing assessments for domestic, commercial, and industrial projects – including single line diagrams, wiring layouts, cable schedules, and sizing calculations.
• Secure DNO / IDNO design approval for all network and earthing solutions.
• Ensure designs are accurate, delivered on time and within budget.
• Work closely with Utility Infrastructure Providers and DNOs / IDNOs.
• Provide specialist advice on electrical networks and substations to project stakeholders.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and help shape the department’s design strategy.
• Attend meetings with internal and external stakeholders, offering strong technical support.
• Ensure all designs meet client requirements and comply with company standards, DNO / IDNO policies, ENA documentation, CDM regulations, Codes of Practice, national / international legislation, and safety guidelines.

Skills and Experience Required

• 5 years’ experience designing LV / HV (11kV / 33kV) networks, substations and earthing systems.
• Degree / HND (or equivalent) in Engineering, ideally with Incorporated Engineer status.
• Strong technical understanding of UK power industry standards — including DNO / IDNO construction requirements, G81 documentation, NERS compliance, CDM Regulations, N.R.S.W.A. and ISO 9001 / 14001 / 18001.
• Confident using WinDEBUT / VisNet and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of equipment specifications (cables, substations, plant).
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communicator — able to build strong client relationships, provide clear project updates and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.