Senior HV Design Engineer

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.

For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.

Context

SYSTRA is an international engineering and consulting group specialising in rail (passenger and freight), public transport and the Built Environment. We work with our clients to find innovative solutions to complex issues concerning the location and movement of people, goods and services and the environment in which we live, work and relax. We innovate to meet our clients’ needs, prepare mass transit for tomorrow, and propose ever more resilient solutions for the built environment. Infrastructure engineering has to adopt new technology, cater for new habits and satisfy new demands. To go beyond, SYSTRA commits to put people at the heart of design and improve infrastructure efficiency. We are dedicated to delivering excellence to our clients through our entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm whilst promoting a culture of listening, teamwork and employee empowerment.

With ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting time to join SYSTRA Ltd as we continue to develop and raise our profile in the UK.

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced HV Design Engineer to join our engineering team. This position within our MEP engineering team will suit a committed and ambitious engineer who can demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills combined with commercial awareness and the ability to play their part in a dynamic high-performance team.

Missions/Main Duties

We are currently seeking a Principal/Senior HV Design Engineer in our Energy Team, ideally you will have experience of UK HV design experience working with 132 / 400kV systems, this is an exciting opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of projects, across various technical disciplines with clients UK wide. These projects can include Data Centres, HVDC, interconnectors, windfarms, substations, BESS, geotechnical solutions, protection systems, LVAC, FEED, reconnections schemes etc.

Main Duties:

Developing HV systems, concept/detailed design and design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required.
Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV system engineering and design
Prepare plant and equipment technical specification, power and cable route specifications, tender specifications, technical and progress reports
Fully conversant with NGET, NETS, RES & BS7671:+A2:+A3
Ensuring correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions involved in the projects, attend, and conduct internal and external meetings with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors.
Perform technical calculations including TMF, EMF and EMC calculations, good understanding of sheath induced voltage calculations etc,
Perform design reviews, verification of design
Ensuring all project designs are compliant with CDM regulations, relevant legislation and company procedures
Assist with temporary works design schemes.
Maintain good working relations with client / designer / Team, together with our supply chain.
Ensure that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works. Formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the programme to proceed without delay.
Ensure that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the PMP / Specification, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality

Profile/Skills

Essential

Batchelors Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering.
HV design experience
Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the energy sector is desirable.
CEng status with current membership of IET or CIBSE

Why SYSTRA?

Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility

Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion

We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.

Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support, you in your application or interview process please email: [email protected] where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.

As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role and if you are a returner looking to restart your career after a period outside the workplace – you could be just what we are looking for.

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