HVSS - High Voltage Systems & Services Ltd
Private Networks - Design Engineer
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Job Description
This role is hands-on and varied, offering exposure across various voltages and design. You’ll be mentored and developed by experienced engineers to accelerate your technical knowledge and career progression.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Producing general arrangements, layouts, single line diagrams, technical submittals, and reports
- Supporting Senior Engineers with design calculations, documentation, and value engineering
- Assisting Tendering Engineers and Project Managers with drawings and day-to-day technical challenges
- Producing “as-built” drawings and ensuring design outputs are accurate, buildable, and cost-conscious
- Maintaining design standards, drawing registers, and technical documentation in line with our Business Management System (BMS)
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare compliant designs in line with customer requirements, ENA, DNO & IDNO G81 standards, BS7671 and our BMS
- Produce accurate construction and as-built drawings
- Support with technical submittals and design documents for projects and tenders
- Work closely with Senior Engineers, Tendering Engineers, and Project Managers
- Engage with external stakeholders to clarify technical requirements
- Escalate design challenges quickly to minimise business impact
- Ensure all design work supports NERS accreditations, our BMS and project financials
- Participate in design audits and reviews
- Promote best practice, value engineering, and continuous development within the team
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Essential Experience & Qualities
- HND or degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
- Experience with LV/11kV design and principles, with a desire to learn and develop knowledge of EHV networks and design
- Understanding of the practical application of electrical installations
- Strong communication skills, able to work with clients, project managers, and site teams
- Safety awareness - EUSR/CSCS/ECS and First Aid at Work Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
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Desirable
- Experience with/understanding of earthing design and private electricity networks
- Familiarity with ENA, DNO or IDNO G81 standards
- Experience with/understanding of control, protection, and automation schemes
- Interest in progressing towards Incorporated Engineer status with the IET
- Ability to multitask and manage workload effectively
Perks & Commitments
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Full Time, Permanent role
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Monday - Friday 8:30am - 17:00pm (40 hours per week)
(Attendance at Kettering Office to be agreed with Head of Private Networks)
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25 days holiday + bank holidays as standard
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Up to 5 extra days holiday for long service
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The option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year
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Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
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5% employer pension contribution
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Death in Service Cover
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Cycle to work scheme
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Private health cover, half paid for by us, and fully paid after 3 years
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