Overview
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Char.gy is a leading charge point provider and operator for electric vehicles in the UK, managing over 4,300 public charge points. We are committed to providing reliable, convenient and affordable charging infrastructure accessible to all, particularly the 40% of UK households without private driveways that rely on public charging.
We believe our employees are the electric spark igniting our success. We’re dedicated to our culture, and ensure that every individual feels charged up and empowered to accelerate their career, which is why we have been recognised as a "Great Place to Work" and a "Living Wage Employer". Together, we’re shaping the future as society’s preferred EV charging network.
Delivery Overview
In 2025 Char.gy expects to be awarded multiple contracts with Local Government organisations and private landlords to deploy charging points (CPs) across the UK and ultimately deploy 100,000 CPs by 2030. The Delivery Team is growing to meet this demand and require an Electrical Design Engineer to create and monitor electrical design across the deployed network.
Role and Responsibilities
The Electrical Design Engineer role will support Char.gy’s deployment of new charge point infrastructure. Primarily, they will support all requirements relating to electrical infrastructure design, capacity assessment and connection for new infrastructure deployment (both on-street and private propositions).
The Electrical Design Engineer will report to the Head of Delivery and will work alongside the delivery organisation comprising Project professionals and Project engineers. They will monitor and engage with the DNO regarding EV adoption, feeding information to the CTO / Head of Hardware as required and keeping abreast of the latest developments in electrical engineering. They will collaborate across Char.gy colleagues to ensure processes and policies are created and adhered to. The work will include:
* Lead – Create thought leadership to support assessment of electrical design requirements for EV infrastructure rollout across DNOs, with installation design and project management experience.
* Design – Sign off electrical design elements of charge point installations for both on-street (DNO and highway asset connected) and private installations that require new DNO connections or integrated connections with a building supply.
* Manage Suppliers – ensure engaged suppliers receive clear design instructions and defined expectations.
* Project Information – support Project Managers with accurate design information for stakeholders; manage risks and issues related to electrical installation design of charge points.
Key Responsibilities
* Create and maintain standard electrical design documentation and policies for Char.gy deployment of network infrastructure.
* Collaborate with product, delivery teams and suppliers to ensure electrical design is created and implemented for Char.gy infrastructure rollout.
* Work with customers, DNOs and suppliers to meet requirements across different locations in the UK.
* Be located in London with flexibility for home and field-based work for design creation or fault finding.
Person Specification
Essential
* Leadership in electrical design with strong IT skills to produce clear design and policy documentation.
* Awareness of DNO structure, documentation and ways of working (new connection requirements and grid capacity discussions, compliance).
* Degree-level Education in Electrical Engineering. BS7671 18th Ed and C&G 2396-01 Unit401.
* Track record of creating and maintaining electrical design documentation.
* Excellent written and verbal communication across all Delivery stakeholders.
Desirable
* Incorporated Engineer status (I-Eng) or Chartered Engineer (C-Eng) status.
* Experience in EV or highways industry.
* ISO 9001 / 14001 awareness.
* Experience with CAD software and MS Office.
* Experience working in a delivery organisation supporting internal and external stakeholders.
* Understanding of working with Local Government.
What We Offer
* Commitment to diversity, inclusion and sustainability; ability to work from home up to 2 days per week.
* 25 days holiday entitlement.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave packages.
* Private medical insurance (Bupa) and private dental insurance (Bupa).
* Season ticket loan via Lets Commute to spread travel costs.
* Unum salary protection: 75% of salary for up to three years (up to £120,000).
* 10 personal fulfilment days for Life Admin, Emergency, Birthday Off or Personal Development.
* Life Assurance benefit at 4x salary and Employee Assistance Programme via UNUM.
Please note: you must have valid right to work in the UK; we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Services for Renewable Energy
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