Principal Electrical Engineer - Overhead Lines (OHL)
Core
Lead technical support and deliver complex overhead line (OHL) design projects for transmission system operators, including feasibility studies, structural analysis, and compliance with industry standards.
Role type
Principal Electrical Engineer (Overhead Lines)
Builds
High-voltage transmission infrastructure schemes (e.g., National Grid's Great Grid Upgrade)
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Power transmission
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
CEng Chartered Engineer qualification, electrical or power engineering degree, overhead line engineering experience (up to 400kV), PLS-CADD modelling, structural analysis, sag-tension calculations, conductor and insulator selection, proposal writing, client engagement, technical standards development
Preferred skills
CDAE accreditation, experience with National Grid, SSE, or SPT
Technologies
PLS-CADD
Responsibilities
Lead technical support for complex multi-discipline OHL design projects; perform feasibility studies and conductor thermal ratings; originate and check engineering deliverables including designs, reports, and drawing packages; conduct internal quality checks of calculations; champion mentorship and knowledge sharing; support business development activities including bid reviews and client presentations
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic client engagement