HV/MV Distribution Electrical Engineer

HV/MV Distribution Electrical Engineer
Location: UK Wide / Hybrid
Employment Type: Contract, Inside IR35
Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering / Power Distribution

About the Role:
Global Infrastructture Consultancy seeking an experienced HV/MV Distribution Electrical Engineer to join our team and lead the design, maintenance, and optimization of high- and medium-voltage electrical distribution systems within a complex manufacturing environment. This is a key technical role ensuring power reliability, system integrity, and safe operations across the plant.

Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain high voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV) electrical distribution systems (11kV - 132kV)

Conduct load flow, fault level, and protection coordination studies

Oversee installation, commissioning, and maintenance of switchgear, transformers, and substations

Lead root cause analysis for electrical faults and implement reliability improvements

Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, regulations (e.g. BS EN, IEC), and company procedures

Liaise with utility providers and support grid connection processes

Implement preventive maintenance strategies and asset health assessments

Support CAPEX projects and plant expansion initiatives

Work closely with maintenance, operations, and engineering teams across manufacturing processes

Requirements:
Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

Proven experience in HV/MV distribution systems, ideally in a manufacturing or industrial setting

Strong knowledge of power system analysis, protection schemes, and control systems

Familiar with electrical safety rules (e.g., HV switching authorisation, Isolation/LOTO procedures)

Experience working with SCADA, PLCs, and energy management systems is advantageous

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills