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Envevo

Turnkey electrical connections and EV chargers

Senior Design Engineer - 33kV

Power Systems EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeUnited Kingdom

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in Electrical Power Engineering, or an HNC/HND with extensive HV design experience.
  • At least 5 years of experience in high-voltage electrical design at 11kV/33kV or above, including technical ownership of substation and cable designs.
  • Experience reviewing and checking high-voltage designs, drawings, calculations, and technical documentation produced by others.
  • Proven experience in 33kV substation layout, protection and control, earthing design, and auxiliary systems.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD for high-voltage design drawings, including single-line diagrams, schematics, general arrangement layouts, and wiring diagrams.
  • Strong understanding of high-voltage plant equipment, including transformers, switchgear, current transformers, and voltage transformers.
  • Experience liaising with distribution network operators and independent distribution network operators for design submissions and approvals.
  • A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

  • Take technical ownership of high-voltage electrical designs at 11kV/33kV from concept and feasibility through construction.
  • Lead the design of substations, including layouts, protection and control, earthing, auxiliary systems, and associated cable infrastructure.
  • Review and check engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Develop and produce detailed engineering drawings, including single-line diagrams, general arrangement layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams, in AutoCAD.
  • Coordinate with structural and civil designers to integrate substation infrastructure and cable routes.
  • Liaise with distribution network operators and independent distribution network operators, ensuring designs comply with Energy Networks Association, British Standards, International Electrotechnical Commission, and relevant network design standards.
  • Prepare detailed bills of quantities and cost estimates in collaboration with the estimating team.
  • Develop construction design packs incorporating in-house and third-party input for delivery teams.
  • Identify and eliminate risks across construction, operational, and decommissioning phases.
  • Provide technical input during tender evaluations, client meetings, and design reviews.
  • Ensure all designs meet health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and best practice.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience preparing and reviewing protection studies and earthing reports.
  • Experience with supervisory control and data acquisition projects, photovoltaic schedule design, or energy conversion systems.
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
  • Familiarity with relevant electrical design software.
  • Previous experience within an independent connections provider utility contractor or independent distribution network operator environment.

About the Company

Envevo

Turnkey electrical connections and EV chargers

Envevo provides turnkey electrical infrastructure services across the UK, specializing in new electrical connections and EV charger installations. It handles every step of a project—from securing grid connections and planning to installing EV charging hubs—often acting as an Independent Connection Provider (ICP) to deliver complete electrical installations under one roof. The company is accredited by energy-sector bodies like NERS and NICEIC, underscoring its adherence to professional standards. Envevo serves industrial, residential, and EV infrastructure clients, offering nationwide coverage through a single, integrated service. Its goal is to simplify complex electrical projects for clients by managing all elements of a job—from start to finish—through a single trusted provider.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Founded
Not listed

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