Jacobs Wokingham, England, United Kingdom
Director Overhead Lines (OHL) – Senior Associate Director
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, and cutting‑edge energy solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software tools such as PLS-CADD, AutoCAD, and MicroStation.
* Manage and lead HV/EHV overhead line designs at all project stages.
* Prepare and review proposals and reports detailing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
* Engage in client‑facing design reviews and technical workshops.
* Lead and mentor a team of specialist design engineers working on overhead transmission line solutions.
* Identify and manage project risks to ensure successful delivery.
* Promote a strong safety culture.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, stakeholders, and clients to drive project success.
* Ensure all designs are appropriately reviewed and approved in line with best practice.
* Work with the resource manager to expand and improve the design team and processes.
* Support environmental and planning aspects of the works, ensuring sustainable designs.
* Troubleshoot construction issues arising from the design.
Required Qualifications
* Proven experience in OHL design (132kV–400kV), ideally within UK transmission and distribution environments.
* Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical) or equivalent.
* Chartered Engineer (IET) or working towards chartership.
* Working as CDAE and TP141 authorised.
* Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure.
* Demonstrated ability to lead technical workstreams and contribute to strategic project delivery.
* Proficient in industry‑standard software such as PLS‑CADD, PLS‑Tower, PLS‑Pole, and AutoDesk tools.
We are a disability‑confident employer and will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
Join Jacobs to be part of a global team dedicated to sustainable energy solutions and to unlock the full potential of our talent across a variety of programming and engineering roles.
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