At a Glance
- Tasks: Design LV and HV electrical systems for innovative energy projects.
- Company: Established engineering firm focused on critical energy infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, enhanced pension, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Exciting career prospects with exposure to large-scale energy projects.
- Why this job: Join a growing sector and make a real impact on the UK's energy transition.
- Qualifications: HND in Electrical Engineering and 5 years' experience in engineering or construction.
The predicted salary is between 54702 - 66858 £ per year.
- Electrical Design Engineer
- Manchester | Power Generation, Energy Infrastructure & Battery Energy Storage
Electrical Design Engineer - Manchester - Permanent - Power Generation, Energy Infrastructure & Battery Energy Storage
Are you an Electrical Design Engineer looking to work on technically interesting projects within power generation, distributed energy and battery energy storage?
This is an opportunity to join a well-established engineering business supporting the delivery of critical energy infrastructure projects across the UK.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll be involved in the design of LV and HV electrical systems for CHP plant, power generation installations, grid-connected energy systems and battery energy storage projects.
The role offers exposure to a broad range of engineering projects, technical variety and genuine long-term career development within a growing sector playing an important role in the UK's energy transition.
The Role
- Designing LV and HV electrical distribution systems
- Producing electrical schematics and technical drawings using Auto CAD
- Developing protection and control schemes
- Performing cable sizing and electrical calculations
- Preparing specifications for switchgear, transformers and associated equipment
- Producing electrical design documentation and project packages
- Liaising with DNOs, suppliers, clients and project teams
- Supporting project delivery from concept through to commissioning
- Conducting occasional site visits and updating as-built documentation
About You
You’ll ideally have
- HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
- At least 5 years' experience within an engineering or construction environment
- Strong Auto CAD experience
- Experience using Trimble, Amtech or similar electrical design software
- Knowledge of LV and HV electrical systems
- Experience producing detailed electrical engineering designs
- Full UK Driving Licence
Experience in any of the following would be beneficial
- Power Generation
- CHP
- Energy Infrastructure
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Utilities
- Electrical Distribution
- Renewables
- Industrial Plant
- Process Engineering
What's On Offer?
- Competitive salary
- Private Healthcare
- Enhanced Pension
- Life Assurance
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Exposure to Large-Scale Energy Infrastructure Projects
- Excellent Long-Term Career Prospects
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Electrical Design Engineer in Manchester employer: Vector Recruitment
Join a leading specialist in CHP and power generation, where you'll be part of a supportive engineering culture that values your growth and expertise. With opportunities for specialist training and exposure to diverse engineering challenges, this role offers strong long-term career prospects in a resilient sector. Enjoy the benefits of a home-based position with a company van and excellent perks while making a meaningful impact on energy sustainability.
