Lead Protection & Control Design Engineer

Electricity North West Construction & Maintenance Limited (ENWCML) is the specialist engineering arm of the Electricity North West Group. We deliver high and low voltage infrastructure services across the UK, operating independently from the regulated network business. Our expertise spans the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of private electrical networks for commercial and industrial clients.

With a growing national footprint and a reputation for technical excellence, ENWCML plays a vital role in supporting the UK’s energy transition and infrastructure resilience.

Now part of the Iberdrola and ScottishPower group, we’re building smarter, greener electricity networks to help Britain growinvesting in a better future, faster.

A Fantastic Opportunity: Lead Protection & Control Design Engineer

This opportunity is for a recently qualified or experienced Design Engineer to develop customer projects into detailed design packs to be delivered in accordance with current conditions, policies and standards.

To enable us to fully deliver our projects we are looking for an innovative Design Engineer to work Client side on HV projects from initial concept and feasibility through to procurement specification, construction and commissioning. Someone to act as the Lead Designer for Infrastructure & Energy projects for Electricity North West Construction & Maintenance Ltd.’s customer networks up to and including 132kV. To manage, and oversee, all aspects of design (from outline to detail) during the project life including, but not limited to, design, planning, approval, construction, commissioning, and final handover.

We are looking for a Customer Side HV/MV Project Electrical Design Engineer for wide and challenging projects in the North of England, initially based in Blackburn and/or Middlesbrough. We are a great company with a growing and friendly team including super benefits for the right candidate which include free parking and agile working.

The ideal candidate will have experience in plant specification, P&C, AISs/GISs and 33/66/132kV substation layout.

What we’re looking for

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who meet the following criteria:

The successful candidate will:

• Hold an HNC or Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (or equivalent) preferably with a bias towards Power Engineering
• Demonstrate a good understanding of Low Voltage & High Voltage Electrical Principles and theory.
• Understand Distribution network design including some knowledge of volt drop calculations, earth loop impedance calculations and protection would be advantageous.
• Have knowledge of electrical engineering design software and practices. (e.g. ETAP, Dig Silent, SafeGrid & Trimble Power)

Have a particular interest in developing a career in :-

• Design & Construction of High Voltage Private Networks.
• Grid Support Generation technologies incl. Battery Energy Storage Systems, Gas Peaking & Grid Scale Solar Projects
• Implementing Fuel Cell technologies into the Private Distribution networks.
• Large Private Wire Distribution network development and management.
• High Voltage Protection & control Together with automation of Network assets.

Demonstrate an understanding of Construction Design Management regulations relating to Electrical infrastructure projects.

Have some understanding of the construction industry and the particular role Electricity North West (Construction & Maintenance) Limited undertakes.

• Be self-driven and have the ability to work under pressure to meet relevant business/regulatory targets.
• Be able to cope with high volumes of work in a productive manner.
• Have a customer facing attitude and collaborative mindset.
• Be flexible and adaptable in their approach.
• Have good team working and interpersonal skills.
• Have excellent IT skills and demonstrate good analytical reasoning in particular MS Office software.
• Have excellent communication skills and be well organised.

What we’re offering

We value your expertise and inclusive leadership . In return, you’ll receive:

• An annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
• Car allowance or Company Vehicle
• Private Healthcare
• An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
• A market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We’re proud to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger.

If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, please contact our Recruitment Team at careers@enwl.co.uk or call 0845 366 0092 (option 2).

Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by SP Electricity North West. Due to the of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a Medical Appointment, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), and a Drug & Alcohol test.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.