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Hedera Hiring Ltd

Location:
United Kingdom, Bristol

Category:
Energy

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

50000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

The Electrical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of 11kV-132kV electrical infrastructure supporting projects from initial concept through to construction while ensuring full compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.

Job Responsibility:

Protection & Control Design – Prepare protection SLDs, scheme specifications, control schematics, coordination reports, and relay configuration files
HV Cable Design – Design and verify HV cable systems, including ampacity rating calculations and reports using manufacturer data and analysis software (e.g. Cymcap)
System Studies – Carry out preliminary studies using DIgSILENT PowerFactory (load flow, fault level, protection coordination, harmonics, P28) and manage/review studies from external consultants
Earthing Design – Perform earthing designs using Excel and CDEGS
review consultant-prepared earthing designs
Detailed Design Packages – Produce cable schedules, schematics, block wiring diagrams, ADMD calculations, and battery charger sizing
Drawings & CAD Support – Prepare general arrangement drawings and support CAD and panel assembly teams
Health & Safety Compliance – Ensure all designs prioritise safety and comply with CDM and H&S regulations
Site & Client Engagement – Conduct site surveys, inspections, and factory acceptance tests (FATs), while liaising directly with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle

Requirements:

Proven experience in the design of substations and electrical infrastructure (11kV to 132kV)
BEng in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

What we offer:

Contributory company pension
discretionary bonus scheme
highly competitive profit share scheme (partner in the business)
private health insurance
healthcare cashback plan
life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme
mental health support
25 days annual leave plus public holidays
holiday purchase scheme
flexible working arrangements (office/hybrid)
training and development opportunities
cycle to work scheme
on-site gym
free parking
EV charging points at the Bristol office

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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