Design Engineer (EGL 1)

About Prysmian

We are global cable player leading the energy transition and digital transformation. With over 150+ years of experience, 33,000+ employees, 52 countries, 100+ plants worldwide, we drive new forms of energy and information to each and every corner of the earth.

We offer the widest range of services and know-how in the industry. Each year, the Group manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibres, copper cables and connectivity systems for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunications sector.

About The Role

The UK is embarking on its most significant electricity grid transformation in generations, aiming to create a cleaner, greener, and more secure energy future! Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) is a groundbreaking two-gigawatt high voltage direct current electrical superhighway that will stretch from the Torness area in East Lothian, Scotland, to Hawthorn Pit in County Durham, England. This ambitious project is set to unlock Scotland’s vast renewable energy reserves, dramatically boosting the UK’s capacity to transport clean energy from its source to where it’s needed most. With its innovative multi-directional design, EGL1 will also enhance the resilience and stability of the UK’s transmission networks, paving the way for a sustainable energy future.

Prysmian UK is thrilled to announce that we’ve been awarded the prestigious land-cable installation for the Eastern Green Link (EGL) 1 project! As we continue to grow, we’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic Design Engineer to join our team. EGL1 is our largest project to date, with preparatory and site works spanning from 2024 to 2029.

The successful individual will work on a large cross country HV Cable Installation project delivering an effective, safe, cost-efficient designs solution.

They will liaise closely with site engineers to ensure the project is delivered within time and to budget, to the required specification and with risks mitigated.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Understanding Customer Requirements and relevant National Grid specifications/standard
•  Risk assessment, mitigation & management
• Understanding design requirements for installation
• Compiling Project Engineering Design Packs for Site Teams
• Chairing site design review meetings and coordinating the approvals process
• On-going liaison with all teams throughout project - Attending regular site meetings,
• developing excellent communication channels and maximising collaboration to monitor
• progress and identify/resolve issues
•  Design Document management & Control
• Managing Change Management Procedures
•  Development and tracking of design Programme
• Collect and analyse As-Built Data

This is an interesting and diverse role which draws on aspects of mechanical, civil and electrical engineering.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Background in Civil Engineering, Project Management or a related subject. 
• Project Design Management experience
• Experience in cross country utilities projects would be an advantage
• Risk Analysis
• Document Management and KPI reporting
•  Knowledge of National Grid design procedures would be an advantage
• A structured, systematic approach and good attention to detail
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills
• Team work – interfacing with a range of disciplines
• Ability to see the overall picture – e.g. cost/options/compliance/practicality/customer awareness
• Driver license

What we offer

• Highly competitive rewards package
• 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays
• Defined Contribution pension scheme and generous life assurance
• Yes Share Scheme – annual enrolment
• Health Care Cash Plan – scheme which provides reimbursement of optical, dental and chiropody fees up to set limits.
• 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
• On-line Language Learning Access
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay
• Generous sick pay arrangements
• EE Mobile Discounts
• Dell Advantage discounts
• Rewards Portal – discounts on major retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Transition to Retirement Policy
• Vitality scheme
• Free Flu Jab

Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian's commitments.

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