Senior Design Engineer, Permanent, Glasgow (Hybrid)
Our client has been awarded the initial works of the Netherton Hub project.Appointed as the common interface contractor, they will undertake all associated civil engineering and building works to construct the Spittal to Peterhead High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Converter Station which will form part of the Netherton Hub located near Peterhead, Scotland. In addition, this Tier 1 contractor is also delivering a 400 kV substation to support offshore and onshore electricity generation, and a 132 kV substation to enable future generation and storage connections from third-party developers as part of the ASTI Onshore Framework.
About the role
Our projects are more than just your opportunity to make your mark; they're an opportunity to stretch, test and develop your expertise. Join a team as a Senior Design Engineer based out of any of their regional offices and you'll be part of their legacy.
The role purpose is to ensure that the Electrical, Instrumentation & Control design and procurement of specialist packages, are created and delivered to meet project requirements.
What you'll be doing
Design EC&I solutions in conjunction with manufacturers and consultants.
Create and verify EC&I documentation
o Specifications/Schedules
o Reports and Plans
o Detailed installation drawings
Review and check vendor document / information for EC&I compliance with
project specifications
Support the Principal Engineer and contribute to design / construction reviews
Ensure design risks are considered and prepare design risk assessments
Communicate residual design risks to others
Provide strong technical support and identify innovative and robust solutions.
Develop and maintain relationships with relevant technical consultants and
suppliers, managing their input in the design, development, pricing and delivery
of technical solutions
Maintain personal expertise and knowledge to ensure that the business stream is
at the forefront of the industry both technically and in using the latest
technologies and standards
Mentoring and training younger engineers within the team
Who we're looking for
Clear focus on collaboration and building relationships with other designers and
Project teams to deliver cost effective and acceptable design solutions.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and write clearly and succinctly.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement in design.
Excellent IT Skills are desirable and Microsoft Office is essential. Detailed
knowledge of codes of practice and other regulatory material.
Due to the nature of the projects, candidates must have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not an option with the client) and they must be eligible to work on Nuclear and Defence projects (living and working in the UK for at least 5 years with a suitable nationality for clearance purposes)