ARCA
OHL / Overhead Line Design Engineer
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Overhead Line (OHL) Design Engineer
UK | Hybrid or remote working Available
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
ARCA Consulting is proud to be partnered with a leading engineering consultancy within the UK power and utilities sector as they continue to expand their specialist engineering team. Due to sustained growth and an exciting pipeline of transmission and distribution projects, we're looking to recruit an Overhead Line (OHL) Design Engineer to support the delivery of high-voltage overhead line projects across the UK.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected organisation delivering critical infrastructure projects that support the UK's transition to a more sustainable energy network. You'll work alongside experienced engineers on projects ranging from 132kV to 400kV, with genuine opportunities for career progression, professional development, and involvement in nationally significant projects.
The Role
As an Overhead Line Design Engineer, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality engineering designs for transmission and distribution projects, ensuring solutions are safe, efficient, and fully compliant with industry standards.
Working within a multidisciplinary engineering team, you'll contribute throughout the project lifecycle—from initial design through to technical support during construction.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed overhead line design packages for transmission and distribution projects (132 - 400kV).
- Prepare route alignments, plan and profile drawings, line schedules, conductor selection, sag and tension calculations, clearance assessments, and foundation layouts.
- Carry out engineering calculations and technical assessments to support robust design solutions.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation, client specifications, and UK industry standards, including National Grid requirements, ESQCR, and CDM Regulations.
- Prepare technical reports and supporting design documentation.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and technical workshops.
- Support the delivery of multiple projects, working closely with Project Managers and senior engineers.
- Attend site visits and surveys where required to validate designs and support project delivery.
- Respond to technical queries during design and construction phases.
- Collaborate with Civil, Electrical, Environmental, and Construction teams, as well as clients and contractors.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, engineering standards, and tender submissions where required.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
About You
We're looking for someone with a strong technical foundation in overhead line design who enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
Essential Requirements
- Degree, HNC, or HND in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline).
- Experience in overhead line design within the UK transmission and distribution sector.
- Knowledge of UK engineering standards and design practices.
- Experience producing engineering calculations and technical documentation.
- Ability to work effectively within a project delivery environment.
Desirable Experience
- Experience working on National Grid and/or UK DNO projects.
- Experience using PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower, or similar industry software.
- Working towards IEng or CEng status.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Apply Today!!!
If you're looking to develop your career with a forward-thinking engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most important power infrastructure projects, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply, please click the link for immediate consideration.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location