Senior Electrical Design Engineer at N G Bailey · Altrad…

Senior Electrical Design Engineer Scotland, Hybrid / Home Based Permanent – Full Time Competitive Salary (DOE), plus Car or Car Allowance, Plus Flexible Benefits

Summary: Freedom is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to join our Electrical Services Design Team. Based in Scotland, you'll be involved in delivering technically complex projects with a focus on substations, cable systems, plant and primary design. Our work spans the entire energy system, transmission, distribution

This role requires strong technical expertise in electrical engineering on DNO Networks and experience in guiding multi-disciplinary teams. You will be instrumental in the design and successful delivery of high-voltage infrastructure, ensuring compliance with national standards and project requirements.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

Lead the design and development of projects (11kV–400kV), ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards. Develop technical solutions and provide guidance on all aspects of project design Produce design cost estimates, resource plans, and delivery programmes in response to tender requirements. Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure quality and timely delivery. Provide technical support to tenders and offer mentoring/training to junior engineers. Work within Freedom/NGB’s quality assurance framework or established project methodologies. Attend site visits, inspections, and stakeholder meetings as required.

What we’re looking for:

AutoCAD experience HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. Extensive experience in electrical distribution or utility projects Proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector.

Why Join Us? At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including:

Competitive Salary (DOE), plus Car or Car Allowance, Plus Flexible Benefits Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Sick Pay Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme