EV Design Engineer
Amey are a leading provider of full life‑cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities.
The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for various permanent Electric Vehicle Design Engineering positions at all levels to join our Consulting team at a very exciting time. With shared office space in Birmingham, London, Nottingham, Bristol, Exeter, Warrington, Cardiff and Yorkshire we welcome applications from across these regions.
Amey Consulting is a strategic delivery partner in the UK’s transition to electric mobility, offering a fully managed Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) solution that spans demand modelling, feasibility, design, and deployment. Our consulting services support local authorities, regional bodies, and private sector clients in developing equitable, accessible, and future‑proofed EV charging networks. We provide data‑driven site selection, grid capacity analysis, and strategic planning aligned with national decarbonisation goals. Our work includes detailed feasibility studies, electrical and civil design, and programme management across frameworks such as LEVI, SPaTS2, and bespoke local authority commissions.
Our Local Authority business is at the forefront of electric vehicle infrastructure planning and delivery. We provide expert resource for EVCP demand modelling, feasibility assessments, and detailed design across a wide range of public sector clients. Our work includes strategic site selection, grid capacity analysis, and scalable design solutions that support local authorities in achieving their decarbonisation and transport goals.
We strongly encourage the development towards a professional qualification with a recognised Institution and pride ourselves on mentoring engineers. We offer tailored support towards professional accreditation (IEng/CEng), and you will be rewarded with a bonus of up to £5k on completion.
The role
Responsibilities
* Lead or support aspects of EVCP design across various stages of delivery, including:
* Site surveys and inspections to assess suitability and constraints.
* Feasibility studies and technical reporting to inform design decisions.
* Planning, programming, and cost estimation for EVCP infrastructure projects.
* Design production in line with UK electrical regulations and EV‑specific standards.
* Creation and management of design schedules to ensure timely delivery.
* Review and quality assurance of design drawings and technical documentation.
* Mentoring and support for Graduate Engineers and Technicians within the EV design team.
* Ensure timely delivery of EV charge point designs, meeting programme milestones and exceeding client expectations.
* Promote innovation and best practice in EV infrastructure design, adopting modern technologies and approaches where appropriate.
* Champion health and safety throughout all stages of design and delivery, ensuring compliance with CDM 2015 and other relevant regulations.
What You Will Bring To Us
* Practical understanding of BS7671: IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition) and/or the City & Guilds 2921‑34 qualification for EV charging installations.
* Experience working with Local Authority and Distribution Network Operator (DNO) requirements, including grid connection protocols and site feasibility.
* Sound knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and CDM 2015 (Construction Design and Management Regulations).
* Progress towards professional accreditation with a recognised engineering institution (e.g. IET, ICE, or similar).
* Demonstrable experience in electrical engineering, ideally gained through a Graduate Engineer role or equivalent.
* Ability to produce technically robust EVCP design solutions that meet client specifications and comply with relevant standards, under appropriate supervision.
* Familiarity with procedures and best practices relating to health, safety, and welfare in engineering environments.
* Understanding of technical governance and quality assurance processes within a consulting engineering context.
What We Can Offer You
At Amey, we recognise that our biggest asset is our people. That’s why when you join us, we offer flexibility, career development, a choice of benefits and support that help you through all life’s ups and downs. It’s the reason why Investors in People put us among the top 1% of employers.
Benefits
* Pension – Generous Pension scheme which we will contribute to.
* Holidays – Minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays.
* Choices – Our flexible benefits scheme is tailored by you, including buying additional annual leave, cycle2work scheme, charity giving and gym membership.
* Save with Amey – Our online voucher portal gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in.
* Health cash plan, 24 GP, support and assistance programmes, wellbeing ambassadors and Wellbeing Wednesday, dental vouchers.
Your Career at Amey Consulting
At Amey Consulting, we value collective expertise, but also the spark one person can bring. As one of us, you can really be yourself, because your individuality is an asset.
You’ll be stretched, but always supported. We recognise your hard work and look after your well‑being too. You’ll be empowered to play your part and achieve, encouraged to fulfil your own ambition as well as the shared one.
Application Guidance
Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview, if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional application support that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.
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