Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager
Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£75k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
About the Role
Blueprint Recruitment are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager to join a growing engineering team.
This is a key position responsible for leading the design, technical assurance, and delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across utility and private networks.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs meet industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory compliance, while providing technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of electrical systems (typically 11kV–132kV)
* Produce and review detailed design packages including:
* Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
* Protection and control schematics
* Cable calculations and layouts
* Earthing studies and design
* Provide technical oversight and approval of designs
* Act as the main technical interface with clients, network operators, and third-party stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ENA, BS, IEC, etc.)
* Support project delivery teams with technical guidance and problem-solving
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team
* Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards
Requirements
* Proven experience in electrical design within the UK power sector
* Strong background working on local distribution networks
* Previous experience working for an Independent Connection Provider (ICP)
* In-depth knowledge of UK grid connection processes and standards
* Familiarity with protection systems, substations, and distribution networks
* Experience using design tools such as AutoCAD, Amtech, ETAP, or similar
* Strong understanding of earthing design and electrical calculations
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Experience in a technical leadership or managerial role
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
* Knowledge of G81 standards and network operator-specific requirements
* Experience across renewable or infrastructure projects
Blueprint Recruitment are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager to join a growing engineering team.
This is a key position responsible for leading the design, technical assurance, and delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across utility and private networks.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs meet industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory compliance, while providing technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of electrical systems (typically 11kV–132kV)
* Produce and review detailed design packages including:
* Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
* Protection and control schematics
* Cable calculations and layouts
* Earthing studies and design
* Provide technical oversight and approval of designs
* Act as the main technical interface with clients, network operators, and third-party stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ENA, BS, IEC, etc.)
* Support project delivery teams with technical guidance and problem-solving
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team
* Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards
Requirements
* Proven experience in electrical design within the UK power sector
* Strong background working on local distribution networks
* Previous experience working for an Independent Connection Provider (ICP)
* In-depth knowledge of UK grid connection processes and standards
* Familiarity with protection systems, substations, and distribution networks
* Experience using design tools such as AutoCAD, Amtech, ETAP, or similar
* Strong understanding of earthing design and electrical calculations
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Experience in a technical leadership or managerial role
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
* Knowledge of G81 standards and network operator-specific requirements
* Experience across renewable or infrastructure projects
Reference: 225144505
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Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager
Posted on May 21, 2026 by CV-Library
Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£75k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
About the Role
Blueprint Recruitment are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager to join a growing engineering team.
This is a key position responsible for leading the design, technical assurance, and delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across utility and private networks.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs meet industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory compliance, while providing technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of electrical systems (typically 11kV–132kV)
* Produce and review detailed design packages including:
* Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
* Protection and control schematics
* Cable calculations and layouts
* Earthing studies and design
* Provide technical oversight and approval of designs
* Act as the main technical interface with clients, network operators, and third-party stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ENA, BS, IEC, etc.)
* Support project delivery teams with technical guidance and problem-solving
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team
* Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards
Requirements
* Proven experience in electrical design within the UK power sector
* Strong background working on local distribution networks
* Previous experience working for an Independent Connection Provider (ICP)
* In-depth knowledge of UK grid connection processes and standards
* Familiarity with protection systems, substations, and distribution networks
* Experience using design tools such as AutoCAD, Amtech, ETAP, or similar
* Strong understanding of earthing design and electrical calculations
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Experience in a technical leadership or managerial role
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
* Knowledge of G81 standards and network operator-specific requirements
* Experience across renewable or infrastructure projects
Blueprint Recruitment are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer / Technical Manager to join a growing engineering team.
This is a key position responsible for leading the design, technical assurance, and delivery of electrical infrastructure projects across utility and private networks.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring designs meet industry standards, client requirements, and regulatory compliance, while providing technical leadership across multiple projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and development of electrical systems (typically 11kV–132kV)
* Produce and review detailed design packages including:
* Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
* Protection and control schematics
* Cable calculations and layouts
* Earthing studies and design
* Provide technical oversight and approval of designs
* Act as the main technical interface with clients, network operators, and third-party stakeholders
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ENA, BS, IEC, etc.)
* Support project delivery teams with technical guidance and problem-solving
* Mentor and develop junior engineers within the team
* Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards
Requirements
* Proven experience in electrical design within the UK power sector
* Strong background working on local distribution networks
* Previous experience working for an Independent Connection Provider (ICP)
* In-depth knowledge of UK grid connection processes and standards
* Familiarity with protection systems, substations, and distribution networks
* Experience using design tools such as AutoCAD, Amtech, ETAP, or similar
* Strong understanding of earthing design and electrical calculations
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable
* Experience in a technical leadership or managerial role
* Chartered Engineer status (or working towards)
* Knowledge of G81 standards and network operator-specific requirements
* Experience across renewable or infrastructure projects
Reference: 225144505
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