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Electrical Engineer - Overhead Lines (OHL)
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Electrical Engineer - Overhead Lines (OHL)
Electrical Overhead Lines Engineer
Location: Hybrid | Business Line: Energy | Business Group: DCS | News Area: Engineering
Company Description
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Job Description
Start Here. Grow Here.
Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and grow your career within a dynamic and multi-disciplinary Transmission & Distribution business? Join us now as an Electrical Overhead Lines (OHL) Engineer, and contribute directly to ground-breaking projects such as National Grid’s "Great Grid Upgrade"—shaping the future of energy infrastructure!
Your Role and Responsibilities
In this crucial role, you will be a key member of our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team, dedicated to supporting and leading technical delivery for OHL design projects. Your primary focus will be to learn and contribute in the technical support and design of major transmission projects, working on projects involving overhead transmission lines up to 400kV.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Undertake OHL design activities, including:
- PLS-CADD modelling
- Line routing and comprehensive structural analysis
- Development of loading trees and sag-tension calculations
- Insulator/conductor blowout, swing angle and damper system assessments
- Strategic structural spotting
- Producing clearance reports
- Design selection of tower structures, conductors, and insulators
- Support feasibility studies, including conductor thermal ratings
- Ensure alignment with industry standards (e.g., national, international, operator-specific) and codes of practice
- Conduct and recommend technically-preferred layouts/solutions for presentation to clients
- Ensure project compliance with safety, health, environmental, sustainability, and quality standards
- Follow AECOM and client design management processes
- Produce engineering deliverables, such as:
- Complex designs
- Reports, proposals, and presentations
- Drawing packages
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Qualifications and Requirements
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline, with a specialised focus on electrical engineering or power engineering
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Essential:
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Experience working in electrical design projects for transmission system operators, including:
- National Grid
- SSE
- SC&PT (Scotland & Northern Power Transmission)
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Hands-on project experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV
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Strong written and verbal communication skills to present technical findings to clients and stakeholders effectively
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Perks and Benefits
At AECOM, you’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits tailored to support your career growth, well-being, and lifestyle. Enjoy:
- Career development opportunities
- A flexible hybrid working model to enhance work-life balance
- Technical practice networks
- Access to AECOM University for continuous professional development
- Volunteering days to contribute to meaningful causes
Cultural Commitment
At AECOM, we celebrate diversity (including neurodiversity) and recognise its enriching impact on our team. Applications from all backgrounds, ages, genders, and abilities are welcome.
If you encounter a disability or condition requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact: ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
AECOM values unique contributions and perspectives and is committed to providing an equitable and inclusive working environment.
Ready to Apply?
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- For role-specific queries, connect with the recruiter: Francesca Siddle (LinkedIn).
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Additional Notes for Successful Employment
- AECOM’s recruitment process prioritises security and trust. All newly hired employees must complete an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office as part of their employment conditions.
About us at AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, providing professional services across the project lifecycle, including planning, design, engineering, programming, and construction management. Our expertise spans transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment.
We champion a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, focus on environmental, social, and governance priorities, and inspire sustainable legacies for future generations. As a Fortune 500 firm, AECOM’s Professional Services generated $16.1 billion in revenue in FY2025.
Join us and explore your potential at aecom.com or @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a Dynamic World of Opportunity
- Hybrid work flexibility – Choose to work from AECOM offices, remote locations, or on-site for enhanced autonomy and work-life balance.
- A workplace where integrity, innovation, and a pioneering mindset are championed.
- Opportunities to shape a safe and respectful culture where your unique talents guarantee transformative outcomes for clients.
AECOM offers wide-ranging compensation, benefits, and well-being programs tailored to the diverse needs of our employees. We champion your success and professional growth.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer We believe in your potential and empower you to fulfil it.
- Join as a Global, publicly traded firm with access to industry-leading technology, transformational work impacts, and work flexibility.
Disability Confident Employer: AECOM offers an interview to applicants with disabilities who meet minimum role criteria. Request the Disability Confident Interview Scheme: ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com.
All application information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.
Business Details
- ReqID: J10153673
- Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
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