Design Engineer - HV / Grid Connections

Design Engineer – HV / Grid Connections

Bristol | Hybrid Working
Permanent

About the Opportunity
We are partnering with a fast-growing, specialist engineering organisation operating within the UK power and energy infrastructure sector. The business delivers end-to-end solutions across grid connections, high voltage design, and renewable energy projects.

With a strong pipeline of work across solar, battery storage, and private network infrastructure, they are now looking to appoint a Design Engineer to support and lead technical delivery across LV to 132kV projects.

The Role

You will play a key role in delivering electrical design solutions across a diverse portfolio of grid connection and energy projects. Working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders, you will be responsible for reviewing connection offers and producing high-quality, buildable designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Review DNO/IDNO connection offers and technical documentation.
• Produce and review designs from LV up to 132kV.
• Develop single line diagrams, cable routes, and substation layouts.
• Specify transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
• Undertake cable sizing, CT/VT studies, and auxiliary system design.
• Support renewable energy projects (Solar & BESS) at concept and detailed design stage.
• Coordinate with construction and operations teams to ensure practical delivery.
• Manage design interfaces and external subcontractors.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience within HV design, utilities, or EPC environments
• Strong understanding of UK grid connection processes (DNO/IDNO/ICP)
• Experience designing up to 132kV networks.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Knowledge of BSEN, IEC, IEEE & CENELEC standards
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Apply?

• Work on high-impact renewable and infrastructure projects
• Join a growing organisation with strong technical expertise.
• Exposure to full project lifecycle (concept through to delivery)
• Collaborative and forward-thinking engineering environment

📩 Interested? Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.