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Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Overview
The Power Energy Systems (PES) Practice of AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Principal Engineer for Overhead Lines to join our team in the UK. We are looking for an energetic and experienced OHL Engineer who can act as a technical specialist in the design of overhead line projects, ranging from concept through to detailed design delivery, while supporting successful project outcomes. We're committed to providing industry-leading engineering solutions right through the project lifecycle, from feasibility to commissioning, with value added through client-side support as well as the construction phase. Our team is currently delivering work across the Transmission and Distribution sector in the UK, as well as supporting other energy and infrastructure business sectors. By providing technical leadership within project teams, you'll contribute to successful delivery across complex OHL projects, support high-quality engineering outcomes, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. In this role, you will help shape technical solutions, address engineering challenges, and support the delivery of safe, efficient and innovative designs that meet client and business needs. Become part of a team where every voice matters, and together we can tackle our clients' toughest challenges. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where world-class talent thrives without boundaries.
For us, collaboration isn't'a buzzword. We value the different perspectives our people bring and recognise everyone for their contributions equally. We also know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you with whatever you need. Being a Principal Engineer with us involves UK-wide travel. We offer hybrid working which involves three days per week travelling/office-based. This position can be based at any of our key locations: Epsom, London, Bristol, Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester, or Glasgow. Other locations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Your role
The Principal Engineer – OHL will play a key role in the delivery of engineering design and technical assurance, supporting the production of high-quality solutions while ensuring compliance with project and company requirements. The successful candidate would have the following responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership across OHL design projects, typically up to 400 kV, acting as a key technical specialist within project teams.
- Support the delivery of front-end and detailed design projects, providing technical assurance and helping to ensure the consistent application of engineering best practice.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in processes, services and technical practices to enhance delivery performance and technical quality.
- Build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including clients, operational teams, project teams and external partners, both from AtkinsRéalis offices and at client sites.
- Contribute technical input to bid proposals, supporting delivery planning and working with cross-functional teams to prepare high-quality, compliant and competitive submissions.
- Support the development of OHL engineering capability through mentoring, knowledge sharing and technical guidance within the discipline.
- Monitor emerging business, regulatory and technology developments, identifying technical risks and opportunities relevant to project delivery.
- Support the delivery of complex multidisciplinary projects, ensuring technical excellence, safe delivery and alignment with client and project objectives, while helping to resolve complex technical matters.
Location
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-158068
Salary range
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Gautham Shetty
Hi there, I'm Gautham Shetty and I manage this role
About you
You have a proven track record of delivering complex designs and drawings to applicable engineering codes and standards, and of providing technical guidance within multidisciplinary teams. You are comfortable working in new and changing environments and have a desire to contribute to successful project delivery. You are confident liaising with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally. Key skills and attributes include the following:
- Degree-qualified civil or structural engineer, ideally with a Master's degree (MEng/MSc) or equivalent, with Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution such as the IET, ICE or equivalent.
- Proven experience delivering FEED and detailed design for EHV OHL projects across the 33–400 kV range, including route and profile design, sag and tension studies, conductor selection, clearance assessment, and the delivery of new-build, uprating, refurbishment, reconductoring and life-extension projects.
- Strong knowledge of UK design standards and transmission owner requirement.
- Proficiency in industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-Tower and associated analytical or digital engineering tools, with the ability to integrate survey, LiDAR, GIS and other digital data sources into OHL design and support digital engineering improvements.
- Strong understanding of tower spotting, load development, OHL structures, mechanical loading, structural utilisation and statutory clearance requirements, together with the interfaces between line design, tower design, foundations, geotechnics, substations, cable systems, earthing, crossings and operational safety requirements.
- Experience incorporating constructability, installation sequencing, outage constraints and temporary works considerations into OHL design development.
- Proven experience leading technical assurance activities, including design reviews, hazard reviews, risk assessments, checking and approval processes, with a strong focus on safety, regulatory and environmental compliance, including experience of discharging Principal Designer duties under CDM 2015.
- Demonstrable ability to secure technically compliant deliverables through robust design assurance, early issue identification and effective problem solving, combined with excellent communication, stakeholder management and commercial awareness to support bids, build trusted client relationships and contribute to continuous improvement; CDAE / TP141 experience would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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