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Transmission and Distribution Recruitment

From HV substation design and protection engineering through overhead lines, underground cables and grid connections for new generation - ERSG places the T&D professionals that keep energy moving.
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WHY ERSG

Why Clients Choose ERSG for Transmission & Distribution

HV and EHV Substation Engineers

Protection and control engineers, substation design engineers, commissioning specialists and HV project managers - placed across transmission and distribution infrastructure at every voltage level.

Protection, Control & SCADA

Protection engineers, relay engineers, control systems specialists and SCADA engineers - covering the increasingly complex secondary systems requirements that govern grid reliability and operational performance.

Cables and Overhead Lines

HV cable jointers, overhead line engineers, cable design specialists and civil engineers for underground cable route projects - across both new-build transmission and distribution upgrade programmes.

Grid Connection for New Generation

Grid connection engineers and project managers supporting renewable energy developers through the network access process - a critical specialism as offshore wind, solar and storage connect to the grid at scale.

Network Planning and Analysis

Load flow engineers, network planners, power systems analysts and grid study specialists - placed with transmission system operators, distribution network operators and independent consultancies.

Contract and Permanent Delivery

Short-term project contractors for capital investment programmes alongside permanent engineering and management hires - we match the engagement model to the utility's programme and regulatory cycle.

UK and International Grid Markets

Active across UK, Europe, North America, the Middle East and international markets - placing T&D professionals with TSOs, DNOs, IPPs & EPC contractors operating in regulated and liberalised markets.

IR35 Guidance for UK Contractors

We support UK grid sector clients with IR35 status determination and compliant contractor engagement across capital programme delivery and operational improvement work.

Live Transmission & Distribution vacancies
Posted 18 hours ago

Principal Civil Design Engineer

Contract
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Competitive Salary
Principal Civil Design EngineerOur client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Principal Civil Design Engineer with an essential background in Utility Engineering and experience within the water industry, to join their integrated design team. In this role, you will play the lead part in the development and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, supporting designs from initial feasibility, concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions that meet client and project requirements. The role is based at our clients Office in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The position follows a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation to be office-based at least four days per week.Job DescriptionKey DutiesManaging and coordinating internal and external activities associated with civil and drainage design, in line with client specifications and design standards.Prepare and develop design solutions at various stages of a project, supporting Design Engineering activities related to civil design, including value engineering steering.Responsible for the delivery of design schemes and oversee the roles and responsibilities of the Design & Engineering Team.Design duties will include management of design schemes at various stages, ensuring the design tasks have been completed; attendance at meetings and checking the work of other team members to ensure accuracy.Feasibility studies and pricing input as part of the technical servicesCo-ordination of a wide range of discipline inputs; monitoring and protecting our client relationships; planning and programming; commercial management and presenting projects for audit.Maintaining on-going communication with relevant Team Leaders / Senior Managers and clients when required to ensure effective communications on matters relevant to the project.Managing the resolution of technical issues on projects and providing technical guidance to other team members, such as junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.Promoting and developing the technical capability of other team members. Essential Skills, you will:Be a qualified engineer and ideally Chartered, with membership of a relevant professional institution such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).Have demonstrable civil design experience within the UK water sector, including projects involving water treatment, drainage, clean water networks, rising mains, and sewer separation.Essential understanding of water industry standards and guidance, such as CIWEM and CESWI.Be familiar with quality, environmental, and information management procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 19650, and ISO 14001. Preferred Skills, ideally, you will also:Be technically competent in hydraulic design principles, with the ability to undertake manual calculations where software tools are not applicable. Experience with hydraulic profiling would be advantageous.Knowledge and experience of HazOp / ALM requirements.Have extensive knowledge of water industry standards, such as WIMES & CESWI.Be familiar and ability to lead with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development, keeping up to date with industry innovations and developments in design software and tools.Build and maintain positive working relationships with all members of the design teams, as well as internal and external stakeholders.Lead by example, promoting high standards and supporting the adoption of best practice procedures within the team.Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, with a proactive, positive, and solution-focused approach to work.Show a willingness to learn, develop, and continually improve your skills, while embracing innovative and forward-thinking ideas.Uphold company values, ensuring respect for colleagues, the public, and the environments in which we operate.Be committed to continuous professional development, keeping up to date with industry innovations, standards, and technological advancements ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 18 hours ago

Design Manager

Contract
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£600 - £601 per day + Outside IR35
Design Manager Hybrid workingJob Description SummaryWe are looking for a Design Manager with a background in Civil Engineering to join our clients integrated team and lead the design of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects on their Wastewater and Water Frameworks from outline design through to detailed design, construction and commissioning support.Job DescriptionAs design manager you will be responsible for the direct management of an in-house team of designers. You will oversee, promote and develop our design processes using technical expertise to ensure compliance with quality standards and to deliver a first class design service.Undertake the Principal Designer (CDM 2015) duties on behalf of the company. Embrace the importance of Health & Safety in all circumstances and lead by examplePerforming and coordinating internal and external activities associated with civil and infrastructure design, in line with client, specifications and design standards.Duties will include managing and coordinating the preparation of design solutions at various stages of a project; preparation of drawings, reports, specifications, and estimates; document management; attendance at meetings and checking the work of other team members to ensure accuracy.Co-ordination of a wide range of discipline inputs; monitoring and protecting our client relationships; planning and programming; commercial management and presenting projects for audit.Maintaining on-going communication with relevant Project Managers and clients when required to ensure effective communications on matters relevant to the project. This also includes managing the overall design team workload and providing monthly updates to the Engineering Director and Framework Managers.Contributing to the resolution of technical issues on projects and providing technical guidance to other team members, such as junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.Working in collaboration with other design disciplines to ensure the integrity of the overall design within required timescales and cost.Promoting and developing the technical capability of other team members and where required assisting with their professional development.Promoting innovative and entrepreneurial thinking and behaviour through continual professional development and keeping up to date with innovations and developments.Performing other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time by your line managers, project managers or by the business.Ensure our people work to the company values and respect the public and their surroundingsMaintain quality and environmental control procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.Create and maintain strong relations with clients, design teams and neighbours as well as any other stakeholders. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 18 hours ago

Principal Civil Design Engineer

Permanent
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£60000 - £70000 per annum + plus car allowance and other benefits
Principal Civil Design EngineerOur client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Principal Civil Design Engineer with an essential background in Utility Engineering and experience within the water industry, to join their integrated design team. In this role, you will play the lead part in the development and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects, supporting designs from initial feasibility, concept through to detailed design, construction and commissioning. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, practical design solutions that meet client and project requirements. The role is based at our clients Office in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. The position follows a hybrid working arrangement, with an expectation to be office-based at least four days per week.Job DescriptionKey DutiesManaging and coordinating internal and external activities associated with civil and drainage design, in line with client specifications and design standards.Prepare and develop design solutions at various stages of a project, supporting Design Engineering activities related to civil design, including value engineering steering.Responsible for the delivery of design schemes and oversee the roles and responsibilities of the Design & Engineering Team.Design duties will include management of design schemes at various stages, ensuring the design tasks have been completed; attendance at meetings and checking the work of other team members to ensure accuracy.Feasibility studies and pricing input as part of the technical servicesCo-ordination of a wide range of discipline inputs; monitoring and protecting our client relationships; planning and programming; commercial management and presenting projects for audit.Maintaining on-going communication with relevant Team Leaders / Senior Managers and clients when required to ensure effective communications on matters relevant to the project.Managing the resolution of technical issues on projects and providing technical guidance to other team members, such as junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.Promoting and developing the technical capability of other team members. Essential Skills, you will:Be a qualified engineer and ideally Chartered, with membership of a relevant professional institution such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).Have demonstrable civil design experience within the UK water sector, including projects involving water treatment, drainage, clean water networks, rising mains, and sewer separation.Essential understanding of water industry standards and guidance, such as CIWEM and CESWI.Be familiar with quality, environmental, and information management procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 19650, and ISO 14001. Preferred Skills, ideally, you will also:Be technically competent in hydraulic design principles, with the ability to undertake manual calculations where software tools are not applicable. Experience with hydraulic profiling would be advantageous.Knowledge and experience of HazOp / ALM requirements.Have extensive knowledge of water industry standards, such as WIMES & CESWI.Be familiar and ability to lead with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM).Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development, keeping up to date with industry innovations and developments in design software and tools.Build and maintain positive working relationships with all members of the design teams, as well as internal and external stakeholders.Lead by example, promoting high standards and supporting the adoption of best practice procedures within the team.Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, with a proactive, positive, and solution-focused approach to work.Show a willingness to learn, develop, and continually improve your skills, while embracing innovative and forward-thinking ideas.Uphold company values, ensuring respect for colleagues, the public, and the environments in which we operate.Be committed to continuous professional development, keeping up to date with industry innovations, standards, and technological advancements ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 18 hours ago

Design Manager

Permanent
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£75000 - £85000 per annum + plus car allowance and other benefits
Design Manager Hybrid workingJob Description SummaryWe are looking for a Design Manager with a background in Civil Engineering to join our clients integrated team and lead the design of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects on their Wastewater and Water Frameworks from outline design through to detailed design, construction and commissioning support.Job DescriptionAs design manager you will be responsible for the direct management of an in-house team of designers. You will oversee, promote and develop our design processes using technical expertise to ensure compliance with quality standards and to deliver a first class design service.Undertake the Principal Designer (CDM 2015) duties on behalf of the company. Embrace the importance of Health & Safety in all circumstances and lead by examplePerforming and coordinating internal and external activities associated with civil and infrastructure design, in line with client, specifications and design standards.Duties will include managing and coordinating the preparation of design solutions at various stages of a project; preparation of drawings, reports, specifications, and estimates; document management; attendance at meetings and checking the work of other team members to ensure accuracy.Co-ordination of a wide range of discipline inputs; monitoring and protecting our client relationships; planning and programming; commercial management and presenting projects for audit.Maintaining on-going communication with relevant Project Managers and clients when required to ensure effective communications on matters relevant to the project. This also includes managing the overall design team workload and providing monthly updates to the Engineering Director and Framework Managers.Contributing to the resolution of technical issues on projects and providing technical guidance to other team members, such as junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.Working in collaboration with other design disciplines to ensure the integrity of the overall design within required timescales and cost.Promoting and developing the technical capability of other team members and where required assisting with their professional development.Promoting innovative and entrepreneurial thinking and behaviour through continual professional development and keeping up to date with innovations and developments.Performing other duties and responsibilities as required from time to time by your line managers, project managers or by the business.Ensure our people work to the company values and respect the public and their surroundingsMaintain quality and environmental control procedures in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.Create and maintain strong relations with clients, design teams and neighbours as well as any other stakeholders. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 9 days ago

Site Engineer

Permanent
Suffolk
£31000 - £39500 per annum + Car + Allowances
Are you a motivated Site Engineer looking to be part of one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes? We are working with a leading engineering and construction organisation delivering a major power and civil infrastructure project across the East of England. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term project that will play a critical role in supporting the UK's future energy network while offering genuine career progression and development opportunities. As a Site Engineer, you will support the delivery of complex civil engineering works including earthworks, drainage, highways, foundations, overhead line infrastructure and substation-related construction activities. Working alongside experienced project teams, you will contribute to the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of works across multiple locations. Key Responsibilities Carry out setting out and surveying activities across project work areas. Support the planning and delivery of civil engineering construction works. Maintain accurate engineering records, site reports and quality documentation. Assist with inspections, quality assurance and compliance activities. Work closely with construction teams to ensure projects are delivered safely and on programme. Provide technical support and help resolve engineering challenges on site. Promote and uphold excellent health, safety, environmental and quality standards. What We're Looking For Essential Previous experience in a Site Engineer or similar role. Setting out experience within civil engineering or construction projects. Experience working on infrastructure, highways, utilities or major construction schemes. Valid CSCS Card. Civil Engineering qualification or equivalent. Strong communication and organisational skills. Full UK working rights - This role does not offer sponsorship Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Experience in earthworks, drainage, roads, structures or foundations. Knowledge of piling and foundation construction. Experience within power, utility or substation environments. Familiarity with CAD, GIS or digital construction platforms. Additional certifications such as SMSTS, First Aid or HSG47 Why Apply? Join a landmark infrastructure project with long-term stability. Gain exposure to large-scale civil and energy construction works. Work with industry-leading professionals in a highly collaborative environment. Excellent opportunities for training, progression and career development. Competitive salary, car allowance and comprehensive benefits package. If you're an ambitious Site Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and work on a project that will leave a lasting legacy across the UK, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact ERSG for a confidential discussion.   ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 16 days ago

Lead Project Engineer

Contract
Glasgow
£800 - £801 per day
We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Engineer to support the delivery of major high-voltage transmission projects. The role will take responsibility for coordinating engineering activities from the early development and optioneering stages through design development and into project delivery.Working across multiple engineering disciplines, you will drive design maturity, coordinate technical deliverables, manage engineering risks and changes, and ensure that projects progress through the required technical and governance gateways.This is a key role within the project team, requiring strong technical coordination, stakeholder management and project engineering experience within the transmission, substations or wider electrical infrastructure sector.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate engineering inputs and outputs throughout the project lifecycle, from optioneering and initial design through to detailed design and delivery.Chair regular engineering coordination meetings, ensuring effective collaboration between engineering disciplines and timely resolution of technical issues.Lead engineering risk meetings, identifying and managing engineering, design and quality risks while maximising opportunities for improvement.Drive design maturity and ensure engineering scope is delivered to the required quality, technical and programme requirements.Provide engineering input into project programmes and monitor progress against key engineering milestones.Ensure designs and engineering deliverables comply with relevant technical specifications, standards, policies and procedures.Support the resolution of technical non-compliances through the appropriate Deviation from Specification process where requirements cannot be met.Manage engineering and design changes in accordance with the project change control process, including preparation and coordination of supporting documentation.Coordinate engineering disciplines to ensure all required deliverables are completed at the appropriate project gates.Coordinate the collection and development of engineering information required for Works Information (WI) packages.Manage the engineering Technical Query (TQ) register throughout project delivery, ensuring queries are appropriately assigned, progressed and closed out.Coordinate the review, acceptance and sign-off of contractor engineering deliverables.Lead and coordinate engineering activities required at each project governance gate, ensuring all requirements are completed in accordance with the project governance framework.Coordinate and lead activities including:Site visitsSenior engineering reviewsOperational engagementHAZID, HAZOP and HAZCON workshopsDesign Authority ReviewsTechnical Authority Reviews where requiredPrepare and coordinate key engineering governance documentation, including:Design Management PlansDesign Risk Management Indexes (DRMI)Design Authority ReportsGate documentation and supporting engineering evidenceEscalate significant engineering decisions, technical risks and unresolved issues to Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers.Support Project Assurance Reviews (PAR) by preparing and submitting required engineering documentation and responding to review findings and feedback.Maintain effective communication between engineering, project management, construction, operations, commercial and contractor teams.Promote a proactive approach to engineering quality, technical assurance and design risk management throughout the project lifecycle.RequirementsProven experience in a Lead Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Engineering Manager or similar engineering coordination role.Experience working on major transmission, substation, power infrastructure or high-voltage electrical projects.Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle from concept/optioneering through design development and project delivery.Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines and managing interfaces between technical teams.Strong knowledge of design management, engineering governance, technical assurance and change control.Experience managing contractor engineering deliverables and technical queries.Experience participating in or leading engineering reviews, risk workshops and design assurance activities.Understanding of project governance and gated delivery processes.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, project delivery and operational teams.Ability to identify, manage and escalate engineering risks and technical issues effectively.Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline is preferred.Relevant experience within the UK transmission or regulated energy infrastructure environment would be advantageous.Key SkillsEngineering Coordination | Design Management | Transmission Projects | Technical Assurance | Engineering Governance | Risk Management | Change Control | Contractor Management | Design Reviews | HAZID / HAZOP / HAZCON | Technical Queries | Works Information | Project DeliveryWhat You'll Be DoingThis role is ideal for an experienced project engineer who enjoys working at the interface between engineering and project delivery. You will have significant involvement in coordinating technical teams, driving design maturity, managing engineering risks and ensuring that projects successfully progress through their required governance and assurance stages.You will play a central role in ensuring that engineering activities are aligned with scope, quality, programme and project governance requirements, while providing effective coordination between the project team, engineering disciplines, contractors and operational stakeholders.ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 16 days ago

Lead Project Engineer

Contract
Glasgow
£800 - £801 per day
We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Engineer to support the delivery of major high-voltage transmission projects. The role will take responsibility for coordinating engineering activities from the early development and optioneering stages through design development and into project delivery.Working across multiple engineering disciplines, you will drive design maturity, coordinate technical deliverables, manage engineering risks and changes, and ensure that projects progress through the required technical and governance gateways.This is a key role within the project team, requiring strong technical coordination, stakeholder management and project engineering experience within the transmission, substations or wider electrical infrastructure sector.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate engineering inputs and outputs throughout the project lifecycle, from optioneering and initial design through to detailed design and delivery.Chair regular engineering coordination meetings, ensuring effective collaboration between engineering disciplines and timely resolution of technical issues.Lead engineering risk meetings, identifying and managing engineering, design and quality risks while maximising opportunities for improvement.Drive design maturity and ensure engineering scope is delivered to the required quality, technical and programme requirements.Provide engineering input into project programmes and monitor progress against key engineering milestones.Ensure designs and engineering deliverables comply with relevant technical specifications, standards, policies and procedures.Support the resolution of technical non-compliances through the appropriate Deviation from Specification process where requirements cannot be met.Manage engineering and design changes in accordance with the project change control process, including preparation and coordination of supporting documentation.Coordinate engineering disciplines to ensure all required deliverables are completed at the appropriate project gates.Coordinate the collection and development of engineering information required for Works Information (WI) packages.Manage the engineering Technical Query (TQ) register throughout project delivery, ensuring queries are appropriately assigned, progressed and closed out.Coordinate the review, acceptance and sign-off of contractor engineering deliverables.Lead and coordinate engineering activities required at each project governance gate, ensuring all requirements are completed in accordance with the project governance framework.Coordinate and lead activities including:Site visitsSenior engineering reviewsOperational engagementHAZID, HAZOP and HAZCON workshopsDesign Authority ReviewsTechnical Authority Reviews where requiredPrepare and coordinate key engineering governance documentation, including:Design Management PlansDesign Risk Management Indexes (DRMI)Design Authority ReportsGate documentation and supporting engineering evidenceEscalate significant engineering decisions, technical risks and unresolved issues to Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers.Support Project Assurance Reviews (PAR) by preparing and submitting required engineering documentation and responding to review findings and feedback.Maintain effective communication between engineering, project management, construction, operations, commercial and contractor teams.Promote a proactive approach to engineering quality, technical assurance and design risk management throughout the project lifecycle.RequirementsProven experience in a Lead Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Engineering Manager or similar engineering coordination role.Experience working on major transmission, substation, power infrastructure or high-voltage electrical projects.Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle from concept/optioneering through design development and project delivery.Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines and managing interfaces between technical teams.Strong knowledge of design management, engineering governance, technical assurance and change control.Experience managing contractor engineering deliverables and technical queries.Experience participating in or leading engineering reviews, risk workshops and design assurance activities.Understanding of project governance and gated delivery processes.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, project delivery and operational teams.Ability to identify, manage and escalate engineering risks and technical issues effectively.Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline is preferred.Relevant experience within the UK transmission or regulated energy infrastructure environment would be advantageous.Key SkillsEngineering Coordination | Design Management | Transmission Projects | Technical Assurance | Engineering Governance | Risk Management | Change Control | Contractor Management | Design Reviews | HAZID / HAZOP / HAZCON | Technical Queries | Works Information | Project DeliveryWhat You'll Be DoingThis role is ideal for an experienced project engineer who enjoys working at the interface between engineering and project delivery. You will have significant involvement in coordinating technical teams, driving design maturity, managing engineering risks and ensuring that projects successfully progress through their required governance and assurance stages.You will play a central role in ensuring that engineering activities are aligned with scope, quality, programme and project governance requirements, while providing effective coordination between the project team, engineering disciplines, contractors and operational stakeholders.ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Posted 16 days ago

Lead Project Engineer

Contract
Glasgow
£800 - £801 per day
We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Engineer to support the delivery of major high-voltage transmission projects. The role will take responsibility for coordinating engineering activities from the early development and optioneering stages through design development and into project delivery.Working across multiple engineering disciplines, you will drive design maturity, coordinate technical deliverables, manage engineering risks and changes, and ensure that projects progress through the required technical and governance gateways.This is a key role within the project team, requiring strong technical coordination, stakeholder management and project engineering experience within the transmission, substations or wider electrical infrastructure sector.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate engineering inputs and outputs throughout the project lifecycle, from optioneering and initial design through to detailed design and delivery.Chair regular engineering coordination meetings, ensuring effective collaboration between engineering disciplines and timely resolution of technical issues.Lead engineering risk meetings, identifying and managing engineering, design and quality risks while maximising opportunities for improvement.Drive design maturity and ensure engineering scope is delivered to the required quality, technical and programme requirements.Provide engineering input into project programmes and monitor progress against key engineering milestones.Ensure designs and engineering deliverables comply with relevant technical specifications, standards, policies and procedures.Support the resolution of technical non-compliances through the appropriate Deviation from Specification process where requirements cannot be met.Manage engineering and design changes in accordance with the project change control process, including preparation and coordination of supporting documentation.Coordinate engineering disciplines to ensure all required deliverables are completed at the appropriate project gates.Coordinate the collection and development of engineering information required for Works Information (WI) packages.Manage the engineering Technical Query (TQ) register throughout project delivery, ensuring queries are appropriately assigned, progressed and closed out.Coordinate the review, acceptance and sign-off of contractor engineering deliverables.Lead and coordinate engineering activities required at each project governance gate, ensuring all requirements are completed in accordance with the project governance framework.Coordinate and lead activities including:Site visitsSenior engineering reviewsOperational engagementHAZID, HAZOP and HAZCON workshopsDesign Authority ReviewsTechnical Authority Reviews where requiredPrepare and coordinate key engineering governance documentation, including:Design Management PlansDesign Risk Management Indexes (DRMI)Design Authority ReportsGate documentation and supporting engineering evidenceEscalate significant engineering decisions, technical risks and unresolved issues to Senior Engineers and Engineering Managers.Support Project Assurance Reviews (PAR) by preparing and submitting required engineering documentation and responding to review findings and feedback.Maintain effective communication between engineering, project management, construction, operations, commercial and contractor teams.Promote a proactive approach to engineering quality, technical assurance and design risk management throughout the project lifecycle.RequirementsProven experience in a Lead Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Engineering Manager or similar engineering coordination role.Experience working on major transmission, substation, power infrastructure or high-voltage electrical projects.Strong understanding of the engineering lifecycle from concept/optioneering through design development and project delivery.Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines and managing interfaces between technical teams.Strong knowledge of design management, engineering governance, technical assurance and change control.Experience managing contractor engineering deliverables and technical queries.Experience participating in or leading engineering reviews, risk workshops and design assurance activities.Understanding of project governance and gated delivery processes.Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, project delivery and operational teams.Ability to identify, manage and escalate engineering risks and technical issues effectively.Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline is preferred.Relevant experience within the UK transmission or regulated energy infrastructure environment would be advantageous.Key SkillsEngineering Coordination | Design Management | Transmission Projects | Technical Assurance | Engineering Governance | Risk Management | Change Control | Contractor Management | Design Reviews | HAZID / HAZOP / HAZCON | Technical Queries | Works Information | Project DeliveryWhat You'll Be DoingThis role is ideal for an experienced project engineer who enjoys working at the interface between engineering and project delivery. You will have significant involvement in coordinating technical teams, driving design maturity, managing engineering risks and ensuring that projects successfully progress through their required governance and assurance stages.You will play a central role in ensuring that engineering activities are aligned with scope, quality, programme and project governance requirements, while providing effective coordination between the project team, engineering disciplines, contractors and operational stakeholders.ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
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A transmission and distribution (T&D) recruitment agency sources and places electrical engineers, protection specialists and grid infrastructure professionals for network investment and development projects. ERSG places HV substation engineers, protection and control specialists, cable engineers and network planners with TSOs, DNOs, EPC contractors and grid consultancies operating in regulated and liberalised energy markets.