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WSP in the UK and Ireland .In the role of Engineer working on Overhead Transmission Line projects, you will be responsible for supervising a team of design engineers specializing in Overhead Transmission Lines. This team will be working on a variety of projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV.Responsibilities

Provide technical evaluations and problem-solving guidance to team members.Prepare written proposals outlining project timelines, resource allocation, budgets, objectives, and goals.Offer technical guidance throughout project implementation, statutory planning, and participation in Public Consultation events.Lead engineering and design activities related to overhead lines, including PLS-CADD modelling, line routing, structure analysis and loading trees, designing criteria, sag-tension calculations, insulator/conductor considerations, swing angles, damper system recommendations, structure spotting, clearance reports, conductor and insulator selection, etc.Conduct feasibility studies, assess conductor thermal ratings, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.Undertake studies to identify the technically preferred solution/layout to present to the Client.Participate in industry working groups such as CIGRE and IEEE.Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline, preferably Electrical or Power Engineering.Prior experience in overhead line engineering up to 400kV.Experience on upgrading projects such as High Temperature Low Sag conductors.Desirable – PLS CADD/POLE/TOWER.Knowledge of galloping studies, EMF and Field Effects Calculation, Wake effect, AC Interference for gas pipelines is a plus.Willingness to travel as projects dictate.What We Offer

Work-life balance with a hybrid working policy (flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaboration in offices across the UK).Inclusive and Belonging culture with support for diversity and inclusion initiatives.Health and wellbeing programs, Thrive programme, and access to a Virtual GP service; workplace adjustments and Gymflex membership support available.Flexible working options including part-time arrangements, additional leave purchase, and usable bank holiday entitlement.Development opportunities including training, mentoring, and Chartership support.Commitment to equality and disability inclusion; we interview all disabled applicants who meet essential criteria and provide workplace adjustments on request.With us, you can. Apply today.

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