Lead HV Design Engineer

Lead HV Design Engineer Ringwood, Birmingham or Widnes | 5 days onsite during probation, then 3 days onsite £80,000 - £100,000 (up to £110,000 for exceptional candidates) | Visa Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with a well-established engineering business that is investing heavily in the growth of its High Voltage division. Following continued success across the utilities sector, they're bringing HV design capability in-house and are looking for a Lead HV Design Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping the function from day one. This is a rare opportunity to join as the first HV design hire, taking ownership of technical delivery while helping build and develop the future engineering team.

The role is ideal for a technically strong HV Design Engineer who still enjoys producing and reviewing designs, but is looking to progress into leadership as the capability grows. What you'll be doing Lead the delivery of HV substation design projects, with a focus on Primary Design or Protection & Control. Produce and review HV electrical designs, calculations, schematics, layouts and technical documentation.

Coordinate multidisciplinary design activities across civil, electrical and external design partners. Ensure designs are safe, compliant, buildable and aligned with DNO and industry standards. Act as the technical interface between the business, clients, contractors and design partners.

Support bids, technical proposals and the ongoing development of internal engineering processes and standards. Help establish and grow the company's in-house HV engineering capability. Technologies & Experience HV Substation Design (33kV-132kV) Primary Design and/or Protection & Control DNO, IDNO, ICP or utility infrastructure experience Electrical calculations, schematics and design documentation NERS or regulated utility environments (desirable) Microsoft Office and engineering/document management tools Requirements Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

Chartered Engineer (or equivalent experience) preferred. Strong hands-on HV design experience with the ability to actively produce and review designs. Experience working on utility or substation projects within DNO, IDNO, ICP, Tier 1 contractor or consultancy environments.

Excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to coordinate internal teams and external design partners. An interest in developing and leading a growing engineering function over time. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence.

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