Design and Planning Engineer
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Are you customer service orientated with a desire to achieve the best results? Do you have an understanding of distribution networks? If so, this Design & Planning Engineer role could be the one for you!
UK Power Solutions is looking for an outstanding Design & Planning Engineer to join our growing team! You will undertake HV/LV design and planning associated with the construction and installation of new electricity contestable connections and diversions from LV up to 132kV
Role Responsibilities
* To design Contestable Connection schemes in accordance with Engineering directives
* Produce effective plans and schematic drawings for all aspects of the project
* Escalate any major or commercial issues experienced in the team to the Design Manager
* Design electricity connections to engineering standards including DNO/IDNO, ENA and BS7671 specifications
* Make site visits to ascertain detailed information related to the design and planning of a project
* Manage own portfolio of design work, on time and within budget
* Ensure design compliance with CDM
* Liaise with and support the UKPS team on technical and planning matters to ensure smooth project delivery
* To be fully aware of the market that UK Power Solutions are operating within
About you
Experience / Knowledge:
* Previous experience in the utility sector in a similar role
* A sound understanding of distribution networks
* Previous experience of connections design is a distinct advantage
Qualifications:
* A degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline, with modules in Power Distribution
Attributes:
* Solid organisational awareness and ability
* Ability to work effectively within a team, with good communication skills and a collaborative ethic
* Customer service orientated, and a desire to achieve the best results and contribute to the success of UKPS
* Analytical thinker
Core Benefits:
In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer you:
* Competitive starting salary
* 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, rising by 1 day a year after two complete years’ service, up to a maximum of 30 days
* Life Insurance (3x salary)
* 5% Employer Pension Contribution
* Private Medical Insurance (following successful probation)
* Employee Assistance Programme
About us
We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP). We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial and industrial projects.
As a part of the Last Mile Infrastructure Group, one of UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, we own and operate in excess of 300,000 gas and electricity connections serving residential and commercial customers. In total the Group employs over 650 people across the UK
More Information
- Address Warrington, Cheshire
