HV Design Engineer

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Manchester
£65-68 an hour
12 Month Initial Contract

Essential Skillset:

• Design HV and LV electrical systems for solar projects
• Produce and review Single Line Diagrams
• Manage grid connection applications and liaise directly with DNOs
• Strong understanding of Grid Code requirements including G99 and G100
• Specify primary plant including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, inverters, and metering
• Support protection design and relay settings in line with DNO requirements
• Review and respond to DNO technical queries and connection offers
• Provide technical support through procurement, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and energisation
• Ensure compliance with BS, IEC, ENA standards and project-specific requirements
• Support design reviews, risk xbpsjku assessments, and value engineering exercises
• Experience with grid modelling tools such as ETAP or similar
• Strong experience within solar PV, renewables, or power generation sector
• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)