OHL Design Engineer

London or Stowmarket - (Hybrid, Office, Site)

Permanent

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom is currently seeking an OHL Design Engineer to join the electrical services design team based in London or Stowmarket. The role involves working on complex engineering projects aimed at supporting the country's Net Zero targets. Our projects encompass the entire energy system, including generation, transmission, distribution, storage, and load-end consumers in manufacturing, processing, data, and recycling sectors.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the team lead, responsible for designing and delivering overhead line (OHL) projects, providing technical expertise and guidance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and develop OHL projects, ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards and client specifications.
• Create technical solutions and advise on all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing, insulator selection, lightning protection, and structure and foundation design.
• Review and approve technical documents such as specifications, drawings, and calculations for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure timely project delivery and quality standards.
• Support and guide the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers.
• Adhere to the quality assurance manual of Freedom/NGB group or established project management methodologies.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and meetings as required.

Candidate requirements:

Applicants should possess diverse skills encompassing technical, ethical, social, and management competencies. Strong project management and budgetary skills are essential, along with good commercial knowledge of design and construction contracts like NEC. Experience with contract conditions is also important.

We encourage chartership in engineering, and senior engineers are expected to be chartered or near completion.

Qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in OHL design within power transmission and distribution industries.
• Strong knowledge of OHL design principles and UK standards.
• Experience producing designs, calculations, reports, and drawings for OHL projects from 11kV to 400kV.
• Proficiency with design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER.
• Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and budgets.
• Understanding of CDM 2015 and Electricity Safety, Quality, and Continuity Regulations.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD 3D; MicroStation CAD skills are desirable.
• Full UK driving license.

We continually evolve our benefits to attract and retain talented individuals, including:

• Pension with leading provider and employer contributions
• Sick Pay
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program supporting mental health, including counselling and legal advice
• Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes

Next steps:

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We will outline the recruitment process in advance and accommodate applicants' needs during the process. Please inform us if you require adjustments to participate fully.

About us:

Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading UK engineering and services company founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We invest in training and development, supporting career progression through regular reviews, training, and ongoing support. Our innovative approach enables us to work on groundbreaking projects across various sectors, employing the latest tools and technologies.