img
Permanent

Senior OHL Design Engineer

Suffolk
money-bag Negotiable
225069802
Posted 4 days ago

82467 - Senior OHL Design Engineer | Capital Programme | Bury St Edmunds (Hybrid)
Design the overhead line networks that keep communities powered. Join UK Power Networks as a Senior OHL Design Engineer and lead the creation of high-quality OHL design packages for new build and refurbishment schemes from 11kV to 132kV-from early-stage concepts through to deliverable drawings and technical reports.

Package: -84,160 + business needs car + 3% bonus | Hybrid after probation (3 days office / 2 remote) | Permanent role | Apply by: 20 May 2026

What you''ll do

  • Produce and check detailed OHL designs, calculations, reports and drawings to UKPN standards and BS-EN 50341
  • Lead complex design assignments, improving methods and driving high engineering standards
  • Use PLS-CADD / PLS-Tower (plus CAD tools) to analyse structures, loads, and foundations
  • Support FEED-stage work with technical reports and presentations
  • Ensure compliance with CDM and relevant legal/regulatory requirements
  • Act as Principal Designer on allocated schemes and provide leadership across the project team

What you''ll bring

  • BEng/BSc in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent experience) with strong OHL design background
  • Chartered Engineer (or working towards chartership)
  • Hands-on experience in an OHL engineering environment and confidence producing constructible drawings
  • Proficiency with PLS-CADD & PLS-Tower (essential) and CAD tools such as AutoCAD/Microstation
  • Knowledge of UK, European and ENA standards-ideally within a utility provider environment
  • A strong safety culture and practical understanding of CDM (IOSH training advantageous)

What you''ll get

  • 25 days'' annual leave + bank holidays
  • Generous pension: you contribute 4% or 5%; we contribute 8% or 10%
  • Business needs car, plus tax-efficient benefits (Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, Green Car Leasing)
  • Season ticket loan and tenancy loan deposit scheme
  • Occupational health support + Employee Assistance Programme
  • Retail discounts (Switched On) and discounted gym membership

Ready to shape the network? Apply now and bring your OHL expertise to a team delivering critical infrastructure-safely, compliantly and to the highest standard.

Closing date: 20 May 2026.

Other jobs of interest...

UK Power Networks (Operations) Ltd
Suffolk4 days ago
money-bag10000-500000 Annual

Perform a fresh search...

  • Create your ideal job search criteria by
    completing our quick and simple form and
    receive daily job alerts tailored to you!

Jobs. Straight to your inbox!