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Bess design manager

United Kingdom, Yorkshire 70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted February 03, 2026
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Piper Maddox is partnering with one of the UK’s leading and fastest-growing developers, owners, and operators of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage projects, with an established footprint across solar and onshore wind. Due to continued growth, they are looking to hire a Design Manager to strengthen their construction team. As Design Manager, you’ll report into the Head of Construction and take ownership of reviewing and assuring the quality and completeness of design and QC documentation across a portfolio of BESS projects across Europe.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and implement a tailored design review strategy for each project, reviewing submissions from contractors and external stakeholders (DNOs, TSOs, etc.)
  • Ensure designs meet project requirements and comply with relevant standards across the UK, Poland, and Germany
  • Proactively identify and manage key design and interface risks, setting clear documentation requirements and submission timelines
  • Manage technical interfaces between multiple work packages to ensure reviews are completed without impacting programme
  • Coordinate with external Owner’s Engineers and specialist consultants for additional design reviews or technical support
  • Support the development of RFPs and technical specifications, ideally including high-voltage equipment such as transformers up to 400kV

Requirements

  • Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Experience delivering large-scale power or electrical infrastructure projects
  • HV grid connections and/or BESS experience highly desirable
  • Strong knowledge of relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations
  • Ability to engage across multiple engineering disciplines, including civil, electrical, and controls
  • Previous experience undertaking design reviews, ideally in an Owner’s Engineer or client-side role

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