Job Description

Senior Design Engineering Consultant – Power Engineering & Renewables

Location: South Wales Office (with travel)
Division: Power Engineering & Renewables

What You’ll Do

* Design & Simulation: Lead the design of earthing systems and carry out lightning protection risk assessments in accordance with BSEN 62305.

* Site Visits: Conduct onsite testing and inspection of protection systems at substations, power stations, and renewable energy facilities.

* Client Engagement: Manage key client relationships, address technical queries, and clearly communicate engineering outcomes.

* Reporting: Produce detailed technical reports and review outputs prepared by junior engineers.

* Team Support: Mentor and support junior engineers and graduates to promote professional development and team collaboration.

Qualifications

* Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

* Desirable: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience

* Minimum 5 years of experience in earthing and lightning protection system design, assessment, and field testing.

Skills & Attributes

* Proficient in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.

* Strong knowledge of UK standards for electrical infrastructure.

* Comfortable with regular travel and overnight stays (2–4 nights/week).

* Demonstrated ability to support and mentor junior staff.

* Collaborative, inquisitive, detail-oriented, and technically precise.

What’s on Offer

Benefits Package

* Leave: 25 days of annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to purchase additional days.

* Healthcare & Insurance: Health coverage (family options available) and life assurance.

* Pension: Employer-matched contributions up to 6%.

* Family Support: Paid parental leave and additional unpaid leave for reservists.

* Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme and employee retail discounts.

Additional Perks

* A dynamic role within a respected international consultancy.

* Ongoing professional development and external training opportunities.

* Projects at the forefront of engineering and sustainability.

* Supportive, collaborative working environment.

* Flexible working with a mix of office, remote, and site-based activity.

* STEM Engagement: Paid leave for participation in STEM outreach as an ambassador.

* Recognition: Competitive referral bonus program.

* Work alongside global experts across diverse industry sectors