Principal Engineer – Transmission Lines (T&D) Electrical Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Principal Overhead Line (OHL) Engineer to join our growing Transmission & Distribution team, supporting major transmission infrastructure and energy‑transition projects. In this role you will provide technical support in design execution and delivery of overhead transmission line systems, typically ranging from 132 kV to 765 kV+, covering feasibility, concept development, detailed design and construction support.

Key responsibilities

• Execute designs and deliver engineering for HV/EHV overhead transmission lines (132 kV–765 kV+).
• Develop technical calculations, conductor and earth‑wire selection, and insulator configurations.
• Perform sag‑tension analysis and validate clearances according to standards such as EN 50341 and NG TS 2.04.
• Provide electrical inputs to tower loading and structural design teams.
• Coordinate with structural, geotechnical, power‑systems and environmental teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Guide CAD designers and review drawing quality, ensuring compliance with IEC, IEEE, EN/British Standards and DNO specifications.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with at least 6 years of HV (≥132 kV) overhead line design experience.
• Proven experience delivering engineering packages for HV/EHV transmission projects (132 kV–765 kV+).
• Strong knowledge of transmission‑line electrical principles, mechanical behaviour of conductors, clearance and safety requirements, and tower spotting.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams; English fluency (oral and written) is mandatory.

Required skills

• PLS‑CADD, PLS‑TOWER, PLS‑POLE
• ETAP, ATPDraw and other electrical design software
• AutoCAD, REVIT, MathCAD, CDEGS, HIFREQ
• Sag‑tension analysis and transmission‑line design calculations