Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Stockton-On-Tees

Reporting to: Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Overview

We are delighted to represent our client, a leading Electrical Engineering and Design Consultancy, in offering an opportunity to join their team as an Electrical Design Engineer. Established in 2012 and based in Stockton-On-Tees, our client boasts a solid reputation for delivering exceptional electrical engineering services across various sectors, including Power Generation, Transmission & Distribution, Onshore and Offshore Renewables, Manufacturing, Petrochemical, and Oil & Gas. This role, reporting to the Lead Electrical Engineer, offers the chance to contribute significantly to the success and growth of the company through expert electrical design and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed electrical system designs for electrical projects, including schematics, single line drawings, layout drawings, general arrangement drawings, cable block diagrams, material take-offs and other documentation required for both LV and HV electrical equipment.
• Specify and select appropriate electrical equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Designing the layout for electrical substations, considering safety, efficiency, and reliability. Specify equipment placement, bus configurations, and grounding systems.
• Design cable and cable containment layouts for power distribution. Specify cable types, sizes, and installation methods.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations. Stay updated on industry codes and incorporate changes into designs.
• Provide input for cost estimation and budgeting for electrical components and systems. Optimise designs for cost-effectiveness without compromising reliability.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines, project managers and clients.
• Prepare detailed design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and schedules. Coordinate design efforts to integrate electrical systems with overall project requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of design changes and revisions.
• Identify potential risks associated with electrical designs and propose mitigation strategies.
• Provide support during the construction and commissioning phases of projects. Address any design-related issues that arise during installation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies in power distribution and integrate innovative solutions where applicable.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

• A minimum of HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar from a relevant university.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems, principles and design, including switchgear, transformers, and protection relays.
• Proven experience in designing electrical systems. Practical experience in designing cable layouts for power distribution.
• Experience in substation design including layout, equipment selection and substation earthing would be an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with protection and control systems, relay coordination, and control panel design would be an advantage.
• Expertise in AutoCAD.
• Ability to identify and solve complex technical problems in electrical designs.
• Knowledge of safety practices and a commitment to designing systems with safety as a top priority.

Personal Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong team player. Communicating in a professional manner.
• Prioritises tasks, working in an organised, methodical and orderly fashion. Ensures tasks are approached with a close attention to detail.
• Actively demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently under pressure to meet deadlines efficiently.
• Utilises well-developed technical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills, always taking time to establish the accuracy and relevance of information.
• Demonstrate a highly motivated approach and a can-do attitude, driven to deliver technical excellence.
• Receptive to client needs, with the ability to build an excellent rapport.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary: Reflective of your experience and expertise, with room for progression.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement within a highly respected consultancy.
• Collaborative Work Environment: Engage with a team of professionals dedicated to excellence and innovation in electrical engineering.
• Cutting-edge Projects: Work on diverse and challenging projects across multiple sectors, enhancing your portfolio and skill set.