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Design Engineer (11kV)
Job Posted: 2 hours ago
Salary: £ 60 - 80 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Glasgow
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We're recruiting for an experienced 11kV Design Engineer to support the design and delivery of critical power distribution systems across HMNB Clyde, one of the UK's most strategically important defence sites.
This role involves designing the electrical infrastructure post-grid connection into the naval base, including:
Substations
Switchgear
UPS systems
Backup generators
Power distribution to key buildings and facilities
Key Responsibilities
Lead and deliver 11kV-33kV electrical design packages for defence infrastructure.
Produce and review SLDs, schematics, cable schedules, protection settings, and technical documentation.
Specify and select appropriate switchgear, breakers, and substation components.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with BS7671, Machinery Directive, and relevant defence standards.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Proven experience in designing power systems for complex infrastructure (e.g. airports, data centres, stadiums, train stations).
Strong understanding of UPS systems, resilience engineering, and critical power.
Proficient in ETAP, Trimble, Amtech, or similar design tools.
Chartered or working towards CEng/IEng status (preferred).
Able to hit the ground running with minimal onboarding.Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.
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