Join Our Team as a Principal Primary Design Engineer!
Location: Stowmarket (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
About Us
At Freedom Professional Services, we’re on a mission to help the UK achieve its Net Zero targets through innovative engineering solutions. We tackle a diverse range of projects across the energy system, from generation to distribution, and we’re looking for a passionate Principal Primary Design Engineer to lead our talented team.
Your Role
As the head of our Primary Design team, you will:
* Lead and mentor a dynamic team of engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
* Engage with clients and drive business development initiatives.
* Deliver high-quality substation primary plant and cable design projects on time and within budget.
* Conduct Transmission and Distribution level designs in accordance with DNO and National Grid standards.
* Oversee detailed designs, including layouts, specifications, and calculations.
* Identify innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
* Ensure compliance with industry standards and manage design liabilities.
* Prepare and present technical proposals and project documentation.
What We’re Looking For
We seek motivated self-starters who thrive on challenges and are eager to enhance our technical capabilities through effective leadership. You should possess:
* Strong project management and budgetary skills.
* A solid understanding of design and construction contracts, particularly NEC.
Qualifications & Experience
To excel in this role, you should have:
* A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it).
* Proven experience in the industry, managing multiple projects from start to finish.
* Familiarity with CAD and 3D CAD software.
* A CSCS/SHEA Power Card.
* A full UK driving license.
Why Join Us?
We’re committed to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. Here’s what you can expect:
* Competitive salary and car allowance.
* 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
* Pension plan with employer contributions.
* Sick pay and personal wellbeing days.
* Private medical insurance.
* Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
* Flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including dental insurance and gym memberships.
* A personal development program to help you grow in your career.
Next Steps
At Freedom, we value diversity and inclusion. We’re dedicated to ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and with respect throughout the recruitment process. If you need any accommodations during your application or interview, please let us know—we’re here to help!
About Freedom
As part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the UK’s leading independent engineering and services businesses, we have a rich history of developing talent since 1921. With a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we pride ourselves on our commitment to training and innovation.
Join us in shaping the future of engineering and make a real impact on groundbreaking projects!