HV Electrical Designer / Manager

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Morrison Energy Services is recruiting for a HV Electrical Designer/Manager to work on our national EV framework Contracts

As the HV Electrical Designer/Manager you will be part of our Net Zero (EV) team who are responsible for the design and installation of rapid and ultra rapid EV chargers and associated electrical infrastructure including sub-stations across the UK for charge point operators.

As the HV Electrical Designer / Manageryour responsibilities will include:

The HV Electrical Designer / Manager is responsible for designing and developing high and low voltage electrical distribution systems connected to a low voltage electrical system of EV chargers. This job requires technical knowledge of electrical engineering and a deep understanding of high and low voltage electrical systems. It will involve working up designs independently or managing 3 rd party or directly employed electrical designers

• Ensure successful delivery of design and technical solutions to meet customer expectations
• Conduct or manage site visits to assess the feasibility of projects and identify potential issues related to high and low voltage systems
• Review project requirements and specifications and ensure designs meet standards and regulations
• Create technical drawings and specifications for high and low voltage systems
• Liaison with Civils designers where necessary
• Manage and track a pipeline of designs through to pricing / construction
• Ensure instructed projects are tracked against key milestones through to construction to facilitate accurate forecasting of work and resources
• Ensure that timely actions are taken to protect MES contractually / commercially for any delays in the design process
• Maximise revenue and profit from the customer contract through identifying opportunities for cost savings and/or additional chargeable activities
• Build and maintain constructive and open relationships with customers in line with the MGS core value of 'delivering what we promise'

Our strategy is to identify and partner with a few strategic customers, and then grow our portfolio of work with them including ICP connections where required as they progress in this exciting and fast-moving sector. As such, the HV Electrical Designer / Manager will act as a focal point for our strategic customers and our commercial team in developing a sustainable and robust pipeline of work.

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field
• A deep understanding of the electricity industry, including trends, competitors, and market conditions
• Ability to manage and track multiple projects concurrently
• Effectively communicate (verbal and written) and collaborate with customers, team members, and other stakeholders
• Ability to listen to customer needs, being responsive to their concerns, and providing exceptional service
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with other designers, engineers, and project managers on project requirements and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills to support the construction and commissioning teams during project implementation
• Robust skills in preparing detailed drawings, specifications, and bills of materials to assist the commercial department in the pricing of electrical work
• Robust skills in Microsoft office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Full Driving Licence
• Meticulous attention to detail

Desirable

• Minimum of five years' experience in analysing end user electrical load requirements and designing and developing appropriate systems and components / materials to meet the required standards of the DNO & IDNOs
• Minimum of five years' experience working for or with organisations involved in the construction of HV & LV electrical distribution networks
• Knowledge, previous experience of electrical safety regulations and best practises
• Strong knowledge of a relevant DNOs (e.g. Electricity North West) codes of practise and industry standards
• Knowledge of the CDM Regulations in relation to the role of the Designer
• Knowledge of calculating, validating and negotiating asset values for HV & LV electrical assets
• Experience in the wayleave and easement process
• Ideally be a member of the IET
• Minimum of five years' experience working for or with organisations involved in the installation of DC EV chargers
• An understanding of the Electrical Vehicle (EV) infrastructure industry, including trends, suppliers, and market conditions
• Experience in managing a pipeline of designs for multiple customers
• Experience in using project management software
• Proficient in computer-aided design (CAD) software and other design tools

What's in it for you?

• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday
• Annual bonus
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private health care
• Company car/ car allowance and fuel card

Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team:

About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.