VINCI Energies · 2 hours ago
Senior Design Engineer - OHL
England, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expVINCI Energies is a global player in energy and information technology services, and they are seeking a Senior Design Engineer for Overhead Transmission Line projects. The role involves providing technical leadership and advanced design expertise to ensure successful project delivery while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
EnergyInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Act as the technical lead on assigned OHL projects, ensuring solutions are safe, robust, compliant, and cost-effective
Manage the design process for assigned projects: assemble and lead a team, maintaining regular engagement to ensure effective delivery
Project Controls: Maintain the change register, Early Warning (EW) register, manage Compensation Events (CEs), and monitor Project Management Instructions (PMIs). On some schemes, the SDE will work alongside an appointed Design Manager, focusing primarily on technical delivery and providing updates as required
Provide weekly inputs to planners and take ownership of the agreed programme
Oversee OHL design packages, ensuring technical excellence across concept, feasibility, and detailed design phases
Provide technical support to other teams (Substations and Underground Cables) as requested
Ensure all design deliverables meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company best practices
Supervise detailed analyses using PLS-TOWER and PLS-CADD software
Conduct technical reviews of subcontractor deliverables related to OHL design
Supervise all relevant OHL design deliverables within a reasonable period from joining; relevant training will be provided by Senior Design Engineers and the Head of Design
Lead technical peer reviews, quality checks, and design audits to maintain a high standard of engineering output
Provide input for HAZID and HACON meetings
Support the development of junior engineers through guidance, feedback, and training in best-practice design techniques
Promote new technologies, design methods, and continuous improvement within the OHL design discipline
Participate in professional forums and maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through organisations such as IET, CIGRÉ, and IEEE
Promote Omexom within the industry to assist in developing the business and attracting like-minded individuals who share our values to join our expanding team
Occasional travel within the UK will be required (approximately one trip every eight weeks)
Qualification
Required
A degree in Civil/Mechanical/Structural Engineering or a related discipline; a Master Degree (MSc/MEng) is advantageous
5+ years of experience in OHL Design
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, or actively working towards chartership with significant relevant experience
Extensive and demonstrable experience in OHL design elements
Advanced proficiency in PLS CADD and PLS TOWER. Knowledge on AUTOCAD and MS Project would be advantageous
Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering calculations, simulations, and system assessments
Proven experience in technical leadership, including mentoring and team development
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and confidently
Membership of professional institutions (e.g. IET, CIGRÉ, IEEE) is highly desirable
Preferred
Experience working in multidisciplinary project environments within the energy transmission or infrastructure sectors
Experience working in National Grid (NG) and Scottish and Southern Energy Networks (SSEN) projects
Knowledge of relevant UK standards and regulatory frameworks
Ability to challenge and improve existing practices through a proactive, innovation-driven mindset
Company
VINCI Energies
VINCI Energies provides for the creation, equipping, operation and optimization of energy, transport and communications infrastructure It is a sub-organization of VINCI.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jean Lang
Managing Director VINCI Energies no Brasil
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