Earthing Design Engineer
Salary up to £65k (DOE)
25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) with options to purchase additional leave
Private healthcare (including family cover options) and life assurance
Matched 6% pension contributions
Paid parental leave and special leave for military reservists
My Client is seeking a highly skilled Earthing Design Engineer to join their Power Engineering and Renewables division at their Pontyclun office. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role in delivering innovative, safety-critical design solutions for a wide range of energy infrastructure projects across the UK and beyond
Key Responsibilities
Design & Simulation: Lead the design of advanced earthing systems and perform lightning protection risk assessments in line with BSEN 62305.
Onsite Testing: Carry out field inspections and testing at substations, power stations, and renewable energy sites.
Client Engagement: Maintain and build strong client relationships while providing clear and expert technical advice.
Reporting: Deliver high-quality technical reports and oversee the review of outputs from junior engineers.
Team Leadership: Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
The Right Person
The successful Earthing Design Engineer will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering as a minimum requirement, as well as the following skills and attributes:
At least 5 years of experience in earthing and lightning protection design, assessments, and field testing.
Proficient in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
In-depth knowledge of UK electrical infrastructure standards
Willingness to travel extensively, including 2–4 nights away per week
A collaborative, precise, and proactive approach to engineering challenges
Committed to mentoring and supporting junior team members
Interested? Here are your three options
1. “This is the job for me, I meet all the requirements” – Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Jon Webster on between 8.30am – 5.30pm
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3. “I’m interested but need to know more about what this job can offer me” – email (url removed) with your CV and questions and I will reply with more detail.
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