Head of Technical Yorkshire - Hybrid
They specialise in high-voltage electrical connections up to 132kV, serving sectors such as residential, commercial, renewables, and EV. They are now seeking a Head of Technical to join their growing team.
This is an opportunity for someone with deep technical expertise and strong leadership skills to manage a team of designers, oversee the delivery of complex 11kV to 132kV projects, and play a key strategic role in driving the business forward.
Responsibilities of the Head of Technical:
Leading the design and technical function of the business, overseeing the full lifecycle of electrical infrastructure projects from concept to energisation
Taking full responsibility for design assurance and sign-off, ensuring all work meets DNO/IDNO and regulatory requirements
Acting as the senior technical authority across all projects, supporting both internal and external stakeholders with expert guidance and design leadership
Working closely with project managers, commercial teams, and clients to ensure design outputs align with delivery timelines, budgets, and operational needs
Overseeing the preparation and submission of designs for contestable and non-contestable works, including cable routing, substation layouts, switchgear, protection schemes, and earthing
Building strong working relationships with DNOs and IDNOs to streamline approvals and technical collaboration
Supporting the tendering process by reviewing specifications, contributing to technical submissions, and advising on feasibility and risk
Driving the development and implementation of best practices, design standards, and internal processes to improve quality and efficiency
Staying up to date with industry regulations, innovation, and technology that can improve project outcomes or reduce delivery risk
Criteria of the Head of Technical:
A strong background in electrical infrastructure design, ideally from an ICP, DNO or IDNO
Commercial awareness and a passion for helping the business grow through technical excellence
Confident, collaborative, and quality-drive