Principal Overhead Line (OHL) Design Engineer

at  John Wood Group

Due to significant growth across our Power Solutions UK business, Wood are seeking a highly experienced Principal Overhead Line Design Engineer to lead technical assurance activities on engineering deliverables across our team. Our team provides HV OHL design supporting construction, procurement, and consultancy on a variety of projects within the sector. This is a technical lead role within the team. As a leading provider of engineering and construction services to the UK transmission and distribution sector, we are at the forefront of net zero 2050 with a secured workstream for years to come. PSUK is a selected ASTI contractor delivering vital new build infrastructure in the UK.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, this role would suit someone with considerable experience of delivering overhead transmission line engineering/ design for construction who is keen to support in the sustainable expansion of our area ensuring quality and targeted development of resources. You will travel to operational sites and to meet with our clients. This opportunity provides flexibility as a hybrid role, working between home and our offices in either Glasgow, Horsham, or the Midlands area; however, location to suit the candidate may be given but preference will be afforded to applicants who can work from the Glasgow office/ area.
We would be keen to hear from candidates with strong technical experience who are keen to develop themselves as a true technical expert during a significant period of growth. The ability to communicate technical solutions with a range of stakeholders is essential. You will be part of a global team and will benefit from development opportunities that only an organisation of our size brings. If you come on board, you will be a recognised expert taking pride in developing others. We will support your professional membership and support activities like working with CIGRE.
Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

What we can offer:

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across emerging energy sectors.
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle.
• Commitment to continued professional development: development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

If all of this sounds good to you, review the typical responsibilities of the role and the requirements of the position below, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood.

• Lead assurance activities on engineering deliverables across our team.
• Maintain and lead on OHL design staff competence assessments.
• Support work acquisition and development activities.
• Support safety by design assessments throughout the design process.
• Integrate and support the development of innovation within project solutions.
• Create design deliverables to confirm the outputs of the engineering studies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure, as far as practicable, that all assigned work is conducted in compliance with the agreed budget and programme.
• Keep up to date with all technical quality management procedures, developments and specifications related to the discipline work scope.
  At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge, and experiences and embrace differences.