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Design engineer - private networks

Northampton
The Recruitment Crowd (Yorkshire) Limited
Design engineer
Posted: 20 February
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Role Summary

This role is hands-on and varied, offering exposure across various voltages and design. Youll be mentored and developed by experienced engineers to accelerate your technical knowledge and career progression.
Key Responsibilities:
Producing general arrangements, layouts, single line diagrams, technical submittals, and reports
Supporting Senior Engineers with design calculations, documentation, and value engineering
Assisting Tendering Engineers and Project Managers with drawings and day-to-day technical challenges
Producing as-built drawings and ensuring design outputs are accurate, buildable, and cost-conscious
Maintaining design standards, drawing registers, and technical documentation in line with our Business Management System (BMS)
Key Responsibilities
Prepare compliant designs in line with customer requirements, ENA, DNO & IDNO G81 standards, BS7671 and our BMS
Produce accurate construction and as-built drawings
Support with technical submittals and design documents for projects and tenders
Work closely with Senior Engineers, Tendering Engineers, and Project Managers
Engage with external stakeholders to clarify technical requirements
Escalate design challenges quickly to minimise business impact
Ensure all design work supports NERS accreditations, our BMS and
project financials
Participate in design audits and reviews
Promote best practice, value engineering, and continuous development within the team
Experience & Qualities
Essential:
HND or degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
Experience with LV/11kV design and principles, with a desire to learn and develop knowledge of EHV networks and design
Understanding of the practical application of electrical installations
Strong communication skills, able to work with clients, project managers, and site teams
Safety awareness EUSR/CSCS/ECS and First Aid at Work Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable:
Experience with/understanding of earthing design and private electricity networks
Familiarity with ENA, DNO or IDNO G81 standards
Experience with/understanding of control, protection, and automation schemes
Interest in progressing towards Incorporated Engineer status with the IET
Ability to multitask and manage workload effectively
Perks & Commitments:
Full Time, Permanent role
Monday Friday 8:30am 17:00pm (40 hours per week)
(Attendance at Kettering Office to be agreed with Head of Private Networks)
25 days holiday + bank holidays as standard
Up to 5 extra days holiday for long service
The option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
5% employer pension contribution
Death in Service Cover
Cycle to work scheme
Private health cover, half paid for by us, and fully paid after 3 years


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