Technical Director Overhead Lines (OHL)
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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Our Energy and Power team works across the Transmission and Distribution sectors throughout the UK & Ireland. We are currently seeking a Technical Director for our Overhead Lines team. This role involves driving design excellence, sharing knowledge and experience with other team members, and supporting cross‑functional collaboration to meet both customer and industry requirements.
Responsibilities
* Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software tools such as PLS‑CADD, AutoCAD and MicroStation
* Oversee technical activities, line routing, sag‑tension calculations, structure analysis, conductor selection, clearance reports, and design documentation
* Prepare and review proposals and reports detailing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
* Regularly 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
Qualifications
* Proven expertise in managing end‑to‑end overhead line projects—from route selection through to detailed design (particularly with National Grid)
* Lead engineer overseeing all technical aspects of overhead line design, including towers, poles, and foundations, from proposal to execution phases
* Proficient in industry‑standard software such as PLS‑CADD, PLS‑Tower, PLS‑Pole, and AutoDesk tools
* Strong background in key design activities including sag‑tension calculations, load analysis, definition of insulator based on loads, structure weight optimization, and foundation design
* Experienced in conducting a wide range of field activities such as walkover surveys, foundation testing, route optimization, and site inspections
* Competent in cost and quantity estimation, vendor coordination, supply chain management, and proposal hour estimation
Benefits & Culture
Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well‑being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
EEO
As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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