Design and Build Engineer

NRL

  • Blackburn, Lancashire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
NRL are working with a leading client who's projects include major private infrastructure network developments, microgrid solutions, Gas / Hydrogen based generation and Grid support through Battery storage schemes. They are a commercial organisation who generate leads and prospects from multiple clients including DNO's for work either owned and operated by a DNO or Private Commercial, NHS, Airports and large manufacturing customers operating in a commercial environment.Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Design & Bid Engineer to join our team in Blackburn to work on the design, estimating and negotiation of LV and HV construction projects within their target markets. These would typically be in the range of £50k to £3M.
Converting sales enquiries to construction orders is a key part of the role so ideally, you will be experienced at working in a competitive contracting environment and delivering high quality, technically sound, presentations / bids to clients.
  • Minimum 3 years design and estimating experience in the HV and/or LV sectors in a competitive environment (essential)
  • LV Power Systems Engineer (essential)
  • HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Good knowledge and experience of 11/6.6kV and 415V systems including the design of switchgear, transformers, underground circuits and protection to DNO and Industry Standards (desirable)
  • Familiar with both HV and LV earthing systems (desirable)
  • Good understanding of the Construction, Design and Management Regulations 2015
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Understanding of construction projects and electrical installation practices
  • Commercial risk assessment and mitigation experience
  • Experience of working directly with customers
  • Knowledge of DNO Codes of Practice, BS7671 and relevant industry standards
The role comes with some excellent benefits...
  • An annual bonus scheme
  • 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
  • Car allowance or Company Vehicle
  • Private Healthcare
  • An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands
  • A market-leading contributory pension scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function.
  • Seniority LevelMid-Senior level
  • Industry
  • Construction
  • Engineering Services
  • Employment TypeFull-time
  • Job Functions
  • Design
  • Engineering
  • Skills
  • Design
  • Construction
  • Presentations
  • Switchgear
  • Management
  • Industry standards
  • Power Systems
  • HV
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