Earthing Design Engineer

Salary up to £65k (DOE)

25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays) with options to purchase additional leave

Private healthcare (including family cover options) and life assurance

Matched 6% pension contributions

Paid parental leave and special leave for military reservists

 

My Client is seeking a highly skilled Earthing Design Engineer to join their Power Engineering and Renewables division at their Pontyclun office. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a key role in delivering innovative, safety-critical design solutions for a wide range of energy infrastructure projects across the UK and beyond 

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Simulation: Lead the design of advanced earthing systems and perform lightning protection risk assessments in line with BSEN 62305.
  
  
• Onsite Testing: Carry out field inspections and testing at substations, power stations, and renewable energy sites.
  
  
• Client Engagement: Maintain and build strong client relationships while providing clear and expert technical advice.
  
  
• Reporting: Deliver high-quality technical reports and oversee the review of outputs from junior engineers.
  
  
• Team Leadership: Mentor junior staff and contribute to team development and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  
  

The Right Person

The successful Earthing Design Engineer will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering as a minimum requirement, as well as the following skills and attributes:

• At least 5 years of experience in earthing and lightning protection design, assessments, and field testing.
  
  
• Proficient in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of UK electrical infrastructure standards
  
  
• Willingness to travel extensively, including 2–4 nights away per week
  
  
• A collaborative, precise, and proactive approach to engineering challenges
  
  
• Committed to mentoring and supporting junior team members
  
  

Interested? Here are your three options

1. “This is the job for me, I meet all the requirements” – Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Jon Webster on between 8.30am – 5.30pm

2. “I think I’m right for this position, but I’m not sure about some of the detail” – Click “apply now” so I can read your CV and come back to you.

3. “I’m interested but need to know more about what this job can offer me” – email jon@precisionrecruitment.co.uk with your CV and questions and I will reply with more detail.

 

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