OHL Engineering Manager

Job Ref: HP-3073

Remote, United Kingdom
Competitive
Power Grids
Contract

OHL ENGINEERING MANAGER - CLIENT SIDE - ONSHORE TRANSMISSION - OHL (OVERHEAD LINES) - HIGH VOLTAGE ENGINEERING


Location: UK / Flexible (Remote)

Contract: Freelance / Contract

Duration: Long-Term Potential (Minimum 18 months)

Sector: Power Grids - Onshore Transmission / Overhead Lines


The Opportunity

We are looking to speak with highly experienced OHL Engineering Managers interested in supporting the delivery of major new onshore transmission infrastructure in the UK.


The successful individual would act as the client's technical eyes and ears for the overhead line scope, working closely with designers, OEMs, EPC contractors and other delivery partners to ensure the proposed technical solutions meet project requirements.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide client-side technical leadership across the OHL engineering scope.
  • Act as the primary technical interface between the client, engineering designers, EPC contractors and key suppliers.
  • Review engineering proposals, designs and technical submissions on behalf of the client.
  • Provide technical challenge and assurance throughout design and project development.
  • Coordinate technical interfaces between OHL packages and the wider transmission project.
  • Support contractor and supplier tendering, technical evaluations and engineering discussions.
  • Identify technical risks, design issues and interface challenges throughout project development.
  • Provide specialist OHL knowledge to support the wider project and commercial teams.
  • Ensure engineering solutions align with applicable transmission standards and project requirements.
  • Support the project through its early development and procurement phases with the potential to continue into subsequent stages.

Requirements:

  • Extensive engineering experience within high-voltage overhead line transmission infrastructure.
  • Strong technical knowledge of OHL design, engineering and project delivery.
  • Previous experience working for National Grid, another major transmission utility or a leading transmission EPC contractor would be highly advantageous.
  • Experience managing technical interfaces with engineering consultants, designers, EPC contractors and suppliers.
  • Strong understanding of UK transmission standards and engineering requirements.

If you would be interested in learning more, please apply by submitting your CV or reach out directly to roman.floyd@hunterphilips.com.

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