Head of Engineering OHL
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Head of Engineering Overhead Transmission Lines (UK)
United Kingdom Full-time Senior Leadership
We are seeking a Head of Engineering (Overhead Transmission Lines OHL) to lead our UK technical and engineering operations. This is a pivotal leadership role for an accomplished Chartered Engineer with extensive HV/EHV OHL experience and a proven track record in delivering complex large-scale transmission projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop technical roadmaps and standard interfaces for OHL in the UK ensuring compliance with BS/EN/IEC/ENA standards.
- Lead system integration design and engineering implementation of CICA cross-arms conductors fittings and towers.
- Drive product type testing certification and inclusion into Transmission Owners Approved Product List (APL).
- Support constructability technical solutions and HSE compliance for line uprating and new build projects.
- Serve as the technical interface to customers supporting bids clarifications and deviation management.
- Collaborate with the Group CTO to promote adoption of new materials and processes.
- Ensure safety in design best practice across projects with focus on CDM and ESQCR compliance.
- Manage the development wellbeing recruitment and budgeting of the department.
- Oversee quality systems to ensure robust technical governance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Act as focal point for engagement with internal and external senior stakeholders.
Experience & Qualifications
- BSc in Electrical Engineering (MBA desirable).
- Chartered Engineer in a relevant discipline.
- 15 years of HV/EHV OHL engineering experience.
- 5 years in management or senior technical roles within UK transmission projects (TO EPC consultancy or utility).
- Proven leadership across the full lifecycle of OHL projects: design approval testing commissioning.
Technical & Leadership Skills
- Strong leadership and strategic thinking with the ability to deliver under changing conditions.
- In-depth knowledge of transmission engineering disciplines industry standards and design requirements.
- Expertise in safety legislation (CDM ESQCR) and network operations.
- Advanced understanding of project controls technical governance and capital project delivery.
- Commercial acumen: balancing CapEx/OpEx regulatory frameworks and investment cases.
- Strong contractual and procurement knowledge (NEC3 commercial strategies).
- Established network and credibility with consultants contractors and industry stakeholders.
Why Join Us
This is a unique opportunity to shape the UKs transmission network of the futureleading innovation in OHL design new materials adoption and large-scale project delivery. You will have full responsibility for building and leading a high-performing engineering team while engaging directly with senior stakeholders across the industry.
Employment Type
Full Time
