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Job description - the role
AMS is the world's leading provider of Talent Acquisition and Management Services. Our contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) service acts as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provides professional interim and temporary resources. We partner with Arup to support contingent recruitment processes. On behalf of Arup, We are currently looking for a Transmission Design Engineer - Overhead Lines (275kV - 400kV)
On behalf of Arup, we are looking for a Transmission Design Engineer - Overhead Lines (275kV - 400kV) for an initial 12 month contract based in Birmingham, Nottingham, Sheffield or Manchester
Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience
Seeking a candidate with a developing experience within transmission and distribution; and working knowledge of PLS CADD/ Tower for design line work coupled with a broader CAD skillset.
The successful candidate will possess a background in EHV OHL design (33kv-400kV) supporting construction, procurement, and consultancy on a variety of projects and in turn we will support your professional development and recognition within the sector.
The candidate may have experience in several of the following:-
Structural design for powerlines (ideally, but not necessarily, as a consultant):
Design of substation OHL equipment and line termination gantry structures & Cable Sealing Ends;
Design powerlines with PLS-CADD and powerline towers with PLS-Tower;
Sag & tension calculations; - Catenary Support System design; - Line Profiling; - Gantry analysis; - Tower setting levels; - Environmental loads; - Insulator set design; - Overhead Line Wire Clearance; - Route plans; - Material Quantification - Short Circuit Analysis
Design powerline structural foundations, including piled, pad, and rock-anchor foundations;
Lead and mentor graduate and experienced engineers.
The Investigation and proposed remedial actions for damaged or corroded structures: corroded structures (remaining life and remedial action):
Substation structures; Power line structures (11kV to 400kV); Structural loading
Foundation design, including field testing
Stays and anchors
Cross-Arm designPreparation of feasibility studies, outline and detailed design technical reports and other written documents. - Design and detailing of construction design drawings. - Production of design concepts, drawings, specifications and other technical documents.
Contribute to HAZID and Risks reviews as appropriate - To apply a safety by design approach in line with CDM responsibilities.
Working with a team of CAD technicians. - Ownership of work to be done (i.e. being required to undertake specific actions within an agreed job boundary, the execution of a delegated task, activity or process). -
Providing programme updates to the Lead Engineers for the duration of the project life. Highlighting any quality and delivery risks. - Provide a technical interface with 3rd parties - Understanding of IEC standards - Proficiency in associated technical specifications from clients such as National Grid.
Criteria
Degree Educated
Professionally Qualified (or working towards)
3 years + relevant experience
Good Programme/project delivery experienceAbout the client
Diversity at Arup:
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.
If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.
AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements.
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