21 senior electrical design engineer jobs found in Glasgow

Description : The opportunity We are convinced that HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) technology, solutions for energy transfer with direct current at high voltages, is a long-term sustainable solution. The technology is used for energy transmission over long distances and to connect electricity networks with minimal losses. In addition to energy transfer, HVDC technology also alleviates electricity quality problems and can contribute to the stabilization of connected power grids. For offshore wind power or long-distance underwater transmissions, direct current is the only realistic energy transmission alternative. In this role as a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, at HVDC, you will be designing and leading our control cabinet layout, consisting of hundreds of circuit boards for measurements, control, and calculations. Our system also includes user interfaces such as HMI (Human Machine Interface), diagnostic tools and IT (Information Technology) infrastructure and...

Senior Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Senior Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to foster a...

Job Summary Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the centre of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Our Energy & Process business is driven to meet clients’ rapidly changing infrastructure needs in generation, storage, transmission, and distribution of safe, reliable electric power. Our business continues to invest in renewable energy to power the future and support BV’s vision of more sustainable solutions. By joining our business, you will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of helping our clients with the most...

Job Title: Principal Design Engineer – Underground Cables Reporting To: Head of Design – Underground Cables Business Unit: Omexom Design Location: Glasgow / Sutton (London) / Manchester Purpose of the Position To provide technical leadership and expert-level design input for underground high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) cable systems across major infrastructure projects. The role combines deep engineering knowledge with strategic oversight of design practices, acting as a senior authority on cable system design, compliance, and innovation. Key Responsibilities and Duties Including but not limited to: Act as a technical lead across HV/EHV cable system design activities, ensuring solutions are safe, robust, compliant, and cost-effective. Oversee complex cable design packages (33kV and above), ensuring technical excellence across concept, feasibility, and detailed design phases. Develop, own, and assist with maintaining internal...

Job Description Start here. Grow here. We are seeking experienced Senior Cable System Design Engineers to join our growing Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. Join us and continue to grow your career! You will play a key role in delivering a range of cable system projects across multiple voltage levels, serving clients including Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. You will get the chance to work on innovative and varied projects throughout the entire lifecycle - from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, installation supervision, and commissioning of onshore infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting infrastructure and energy transition projects in the world. Here’s what you will do: Deliver full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design, installation support, and...

Job Description The UK Energy market is undergoing unprecedented change as the country strives towards a net zero carbon target. The sector must contend with high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage and prepare for the increased demand associated with the electrification of transport and heat as the countries progresses along the decarbonisation pathway. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind. Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. You’ll enjoy working with others, sometimes at client sites, sometimes from our offices. You will be given the opportunity to develop your career...

Job Description The UK Energy market is undergoing unprecedented change as the country strives towards a net zero carbon target. The sector must contend with high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage and prepare for the increased demand associated with the electrification of transport and heat as the countries progresses along the decarbonisation pathway. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind....

Job Description Start here. Grow here. We are seeking a Principal Cable System Design Engineer to join our expanding Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team within AECOM. This is a senior role within the business, with responsibility for driving technical excellence, leading complex projects, and supporting strategic client engagement across a broad portfolio of high-voltage infrastructure schemes. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a critical role in the planning, design, and delivery of cable systems across multiple voltage levels. Our clients include Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, private developers , and international energy majors across the UK and globally. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, and contribute to developing our technical standards, innovation strategy, and digital delivery approach within the cable engineering space. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of energy transition,...

Job Description We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to take a lead role in our Electrification & Power (E&P) team within Transportation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical design professional with a passion for innovation, a strong technical foundation and a proven record of delivering complex rail infrastructure projects. You will take responsibility for the technical and commercial delivery of key rail projects, with a particular focus on low voltage (LV) systems, including Points Heating, Lighting, and Signalling Power. The team provides design, assessment, inspection, construction support and management services across a wide range of rail infrastructure projects. Our work spans the full lifecycle from feasibility studies and outline design through to detailed design and delivery. Here's what you'll do: Deliver: Lead and manage the delivery of electrical design work packages across rail infrastructure projects and act as Lead...

Are you an experienced HV Cable Design Engineer looking for exciting new challenges? Enter our talent pool for future opportunities! The transmission and distribution sector is rapidly transforming against a backdrop of growing demand, regulatory changes, ambitious carbon reduction targets and new innovations in technology. Due to continued growth, we are open to speaking with experienced HV Cable Design Engineers for future opportunities. We are open to exploring future opportunities in line with our growth across ideally Principal/Senior Engineer levels in our Energy Team. This team presents an exciting opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of projects, across various technical disciplines with clients across country. These projects can include HVDC, interconnectors, windfarms, substations, OHL, geotechnical solutions, building design, protection systems, LVAC, FEED, new builds, refurbishment works, connections schemes etc. The role is to work as part of the Cable...

Job Description The UK Energy market is undergoing unprecedented change as the country strives towards a net zero carbon target. The sector must contend with high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage and prepare for the increased demand associated with the electrification of transport and heat as the countries progresses along the decarbonisation pathway. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind....

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.  Due to significant growth across our Transmission and Distribution Ltd business, Wood has unique opportunities for experienced Electrical Transmission Tower Design Engineers to join the team. We are seeking somebody that would like to take the next step in their career to move onto a pathway towards a technical leadership role. The Wood Transmission and Distribution team provides HV OHL design supporting construction, procurement, and consultancy on a variety of projects within the sector. These roles will ensure technical compliance through a period of significant growth and can be based out of any of Wood’s offices, but preference may be given to individuals who can work from our Glasgow or Horsham offices. #LI-Hybrid The Role Reporting to the UK Principal Structural Engineer, you will lead approval activities on OHL Structural / tower engineering deliverables across our team. You will oversee the...

Our engineering design team is experiencing substantial growth and we are opening new design hubs through the UK and are now recruiting for Electrical Design Engineers of all levels, to join our team. We are a friendly and professional multi-disciplined team, responsible for the design management of a variety projects within the water & process and energy sectors and this role is reporting to the Electrical Engineering Manager. Individuals will be responsible for managing all aspects of electrical design and there is a clear career path in place to help develop the careers of our valued Engineers. Duties include but are not limited to: Management of project specific design deliverables Carry out design in accordance with M&E Design QA Procedures Responsible for the detailed design in accordance with the company procedures Interpret & understand the client requirements from client documents (drawings, specifications, correspondence, etc.) Communicate with the...

Job Description Start here. Grow here. We are seeking ambitious  Cable System Design Engineers  to join our growing Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team. If you're looking to develop your career and gain exposure to innovative and exciting projects, now is a great time to join us! You'll play a key role in delivering a range of cable system projects across multiple voltage levels, serving clients including Transmission System Operators, Distribution Network Operators, and private developers worldwide. You will also get to contribute to projects throughout their entire lifecycle - from feasibility and concept through to detailed design, installation supervision, and commissioning of onshore infrastructure. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting infrastructure and energy transition projects in the world. Here’s what you will do: Contribute to the delivery of full lifecycle cable engineering packages from feasibility studies...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Glasgow Location: Glasgow, UK Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per year Experience: Minimum 4 years in mechanical building services design Sector: Building Services, Sustainability, Low-Energy Design About the Company This is a small, specialist consultancy based in Glasgow, focused on low-energy building services design. They offer a holistic, proactive and innovative approach to mechanical, electrical and sustainability engineering. With over 12 years of experience, the company delivers projects across all sectors, from residential and commercial developments to healthcare and large-scale industrial facilities. Their designs emphasise passive low-energy solutions, reducing capital and operational costs while enhancing long-term building performance. They work closely with architects, contractors and clients to deliver practical, sustainable and cost-effective solutions, combining technical expertise with strategic thinking. Role...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Glasgow Location: Glasgow, UK Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per year Experience: Minimum 4 years in mechanical building services design Sector: Building Services, Sustainability, Low-Energy Design About the Company This is a small, specialist consultancy based in Glasgow, focused on low-energy building services design. They offer a holistic, proactive and innovative approach to mechanical, electrical and sustainability engineering. With over 12 years of experience, the company delivers projects across all sectors, from residential and commercial developments to healthcare and large-scale industrial facilities. Their designs emphasise passive low-energy solutions, reducing capital and operational costs while enhancing long-term building performance. They work closely with architects, contractors and clients to deliver practical, sustainable and cost-effective solutions, combining technical expertise with strategic thinking. Role...

Job Description We are seeking Principal Electrical Engineer to take a lead role in our Electrification & Power (E&P) team within Transportation. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced electrical design professional with a passion for innovation, a strong technical foundation and a proven record of delivering complex rail infrastructure projects. You will take responsibility for the technical and commercial delivery of key rail projects, with a particular focus on low voltage (LV) systems, including Points Heating, Lighting, and Signalling Power. The team provides design, assessment, inspection, construction support and management services across a wide range of rail infrastructure projects. Our work spans the full lifecycle from feasibility studies and outline design through to detailed design and delivery. Here's what you'll do: Deliver: Lead and manage the delivery of electrical design work packages across rail infrastructure projects and act as Lead...

Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Water) We are currently in the market to recruit multiple Principal Electrical Design Engineers (Water) for a variety of major long-term frameworks across the UK. In addition to a range of long-term programmes across the UK water industry RPS, and Tetra Tech, have successfully won a £100 million single-award framework from United Utilities to support the improvement of river health across the Northwest of England. RPS has been working with United Utilities for over 20 years on innovative projects. As we move towards AMP8, this is an exciting time to be working in the water industry, and collaborating with passionate organisations, gives our people the opportunity to create positive change. Under this 10-year framework, RPS will drive program optimisation, develop solutions, and select the preferred options based on best value, lowest carbon, and cost. Our mission is to deliver exceptional water services to...

Are you ready to apply your engineering knowledge to real-world projects? Belcan is seeking a Junior Design Engineer to join our team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions across complex domains such as Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, and Transportation. Key Responsibilities Engineering Design & Documentation:Produce detailed engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical specifications using industry-standard CAD tools.Generate referenceable evidence to support design decisions, including calculations, tolerance analysis, and material selection.Technical Reviews & Compliance:Participate in design reviews, ensuring adherence to Belcan's Quality Management System (QMS).Apply regulatory and statutory requirements throughout the design process, including product safety and environmental sustainability considerations.Project Delivery:Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery aligned with customer quotations and project milestones.Identify and communicate...

Mechanical Design Engineer – Glasgow Location: Glasgow, UK Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per year Experience: Minimum 4 years in mechanical building services design Sector: Building Services, Sustainability, Low-Energy Design About the Company This is a small, specialist consultancy based in Glasgow, focused on low-energy building services design. They offer a holistic, proactive and innovative approach to mechanical, electrical and sustainability engineering. With over 12 years of experience, the company delivers projects across all sectors, from residential and commercial developments to healthcare and large-scale industrial facilities. Their designs emphasise passive low-energy solutions, reducing capital and operational costs while enhancing long-term building performance. They work closely with architects, contractors and clients to deliver practical, sustainable and cost-effective solutions, combining technical expertise with strategic thinking. Role...