About the role
Our team shapes projects that connect communities and impact daily life for millions. Join our Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick team as a Chief Engineer in Motherwell and build new futures.
Role Purpose:
* To provide high voltage (predominantly 11kV & 33kV but up to 132kV) electrical system design to meet project requirements.
* Technically support projects to completion.
* Lead electrical design & engineering capability of the team.
What you'll be doing
As a Chief Engineer, you will have the following accountabilities:
* Design electrical networks (predominantly 11kV & 33kV but up to 132kV) to construction detail.
* Specify equipment including Switchgear, Transformers, and ancillaries.
* Produce electrical system calculations and reports including Short Circuit, Load flow & Protection Coordination utilising software such as SKM or ETAP.
* Produce detailed installation drawings utilising the draughting team including Single Line Diagrams, Termination Diagrams, Earthing and Layout drawings.
* Input to multi-discipline specifications and design.
* Review and check manufacturer documentation for compliance with project specifications.
* Provide strong technical support and identify innovative and robust solutions.
* Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and suppliers.
* Mentor engineers (direct reports) and develop technical knowledge of the wider team.
Who we're looking for
* Detailed knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material.
* Experience in industries such as Petrochemical, Power Generation, and Nuclear is beneficial.
* Experience with at least one software package (SKM, DigSilent, or ETAP).
* Ideally a Charted Engineer with qualifications such as BEng or MEng.
* Ability to gain security clearance.
Why work for us
Our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious projects, developing, building, and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports economies and communities. We offer a range of benefits, including flexible working, generous leave, pension schemes, and more.
About us
Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick specializes in MEP and ME&I solutions, designing, installing, and maintaining complex systems that underpin the UK’s infrastructure.
Diversity and inclusion
We believe diversity and inclusion are essential for success. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum, and AFBE, and actively promote inclusion initiatives. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including armed forces personnel, veterans, reservists, and people with disabilities.
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